Bioluminescent Kayaking
Quick Details
- Cost: $74 Per Adult (18 or older) | $59 Per Child (Ages 3-17 only) | Prices may change based on demand
- Location: Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Haulover Canal (full directions upon booking)
- Reservations Required
- Duration: 1.5 Hours
- Weight Restrictions: 425 pounds per boat (two guests) and no more than 250 pounds per seat (individual)
- Tandem Kayaks: Each kayaks are tandem (double). If you have an odd number of guests in your party they will be able to use a kayak as a solo.
Why we are the #1 Choice for Guided Bio Tours in Florida
- Reviews: We have over 350 five-star raving reviews about our bio tours
- Giving Back: A portion of each booking is donated to Conserve Florida
- Small Groups: Our max group size is 10, perfect size to hear our guides + enjoy conversations along the paddle
- Clear Kayaks: Don't let a normal kayak hinder your view! Our 100% clear kayaks are the absolute best way to view the bioluminescence
- Top Rated: Our tours have been rated top 2 in the entire US by USA TODAY!
Our 2021 Bio Season has come to an end. We will have 2022 season loaded in the coming days.
If you’re looking for an incredible DAY TIME tour through the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in a clear kayak, please CLICK HERE!
Get Up And GLOW Kayaking
Get Up and GLOW during bioluminescent kayak season next summer (2021)!
As we are Florida’s premiere clear kayaking bioluminescent destination, be sure to book in advance as the season generally runs from end of May- beginning of October and is most visible on the darkest nights with a new moon or no moon rise (scroll down for our moon phase calendar). Tours are first-come-first-serve, so don’t wait! We’ve got the BEST bioluminescent tours in Florida as our clear kayaks provide the absolute best ability to view the bioluminescence!
Bioluminescence is the emission of light by a living organism. When the organisms move in the water they create a beautiful glowing effect. This means that you can see fish underwater by the glow that they give off as they swim, your paddle will glow as you maneuver the waterways, and the natural flow of water will illuminate these organisms. We’re the first clear kayaking bioluminescent company! The great thing about paddling in our clear kayaks is that you can also see the glowing directly below you! Paddling in a clear kayak will enhance your bioluminescence viewing experience by a long shot!
Please keep in mind that we do offer tours at midnight and later. If you book a time that late, it may look like it is on the next day because of the time.
We launch from the NW side of Haulover Canal! This area is not only home to the bioluminescence, but also large manatee and dolphin populations which both often make appearances during our excursions! Be ready to see lots of bright bioluminescence as well as great Florida wildlife!
COMMON QUESTIONS:
When is the season?
Our bioluminescent season runs June-October (weather dependent). The warmer the weather & water, the better the bioluminescence! Peak season is July-September.
What Should I wear?
We suggest wearing long sleeve and/or long pants to deter mosquitoes. Also, it helps to spray bug spray underneath your clothing as another form of protection.
Will I Get Wet?
You will get a little wet from the paddles dripping water on you. Because of this we suggest you bring a towel or change of clothes for after the tour.
When is the best time to see the bio?
We offer 2-3 tours per night (when the moon is darker than 55%). The brightness of bio does not depend on the time of night so each tour has an equal chance of viewing!
What nights are the best to see the bio?
The darker the moon phase, the easier it is expected to see the bio! We suggest booking on a night with 55% less of a moon!
Can I tip My guide?
Of course! Our guides work off of the genorosity of your tips! We like to say, “If you enjoyed your ride, tip your guide”!
What is the weight limit?
Our kayaks are not manufactured to hold more than 425 per boat (each of our boats are tandem) and no more than 250 per either seat.
Do clear kayaks make a difference?
ABSOLUTELY! With clear kayaks you are able to look between your legs and see the bio right underneath you the whole time! We’ve heard guests say it looks like: “Space Mountain, time travel, a galaxy right below you, space sparkles,” and more!
How long are the tours?
Each tour typically lasts 90 minutes. We will give guests sufficient time to enjoy the bioluminescence as well as learn from and interact with our tour guides!
How big are your tours?
We max out at 10 total paddlers. We like to keep our groups small and exclusive to give our guests the most intimate experience as possible.
What happens if it rains?
We will still paddle if it is only raining. If there is lightning we may cancel the paddle due to safety precautions. If we cancel the paddle you will be refunded in full!
Can I bring a camera?
If you’d like. Often people try to take photos/videos with their phones or GoPros and it is nearly impossible to see the bio. The best chance of getting the phenomenon on film is with a camera that shoots well in extremely low light.
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IMPORTANT INFO:
The brightness of the moon determines how well the bioluminescence can be seen. The darker the night, the better the illumination.
*We have also included nights where the moon may not rise until later in the night so a bioluminescent tour will still be considerable during these nights. This means there will be no moon until the time stated on each night.*
The best nights are those with no moon rise (0%-4%) and during the new moon phase (5%-25%).
Considerable viewing nights range from 26%-55%.
Non-desirable nights are considered anything over 55%. If you still wish to paddle on a night more than 55% please send us an email so we can open up a tour for you! Peak season is typically end of June – end of August.
Photo © Anthony Catalano
Get In touch
(407) 212-7306
available from 8:00am – 5:00pm
Address NW Haulover Canal
Email contact@getupandgokayaking.com
Guest's say
Jenn Sunderlin
2021-10-27T21:16:56+0000
Kayak adventure at Shell Key on Oct 22. Hanna was our guide and did a great job! Very fun and informative. Thank you... Hannaread more
Connie Keating
2021-10-27T20:21:09+0000
Raven was awesome!!! She gave us a very informative tour, very nice and funny! Would recommend her over and over to be... your guide! Thanks Raven and good luck finishing school, you're awesome!read more
Jennifer Malinowski
2021-10-15T13:09:13+0000
My family had a great time yesterday kayaking with Amy! The clear kayaks are super cool. We saw a ton of bonnethead... sharks, some smaller fish, coral and sponges. Amy was very nice and knowledgeable. A wonderful time!!!!read more
Morgan Kelly
2021-10-12T22:30:52+0000
My husband and I booked the clear kayak daytime experience for our honeymoon, and it was better than either of us... expected. The scenery is STUNNING.We had Jackson as our tour guide, and he was friendly, willing to answer any questions, and super knowledgeable of the lakes, canals, and surrounding area.Both of us have been kayaking before, but it’s been years, so we weren’t sure how we’d like it — especially in a two-seater, but it was easy enough to fall into a rhythm, it was just the right amount of workout, and we had a great time.My biggest piece of advice would be to bring a picnic blanket or towel that you’re willing to get wet, and fold it up as extra cushion on the seat, because your rear will end up hurting along the way. 😅Otherwise: 10/10 recommend this experience!read more
Laetitia Del Bove
2021-10-11T23:07:08+0000
We toured the Shell Key Preserve with Chris yesterday and it was one of the best experiences we had in the area. Thank... you Chris, say hi to Charlie for us. 🤗read more
Christina Marie Slafter-McGowan
2021-10-10T12:45:53+0000
I’ve now kayaked in 2 locations with this company. Once in the Crystal River and then in SugarLoaf. Both experiences... were incredible! My recent trip to Sugarloaf was so much more then I thought. I learned about the sea life and the environment as a whole. Our guide Amie went above and beyond to make sure we had a phenomenal time. I highly recommend This company!!read more
Chris Maxson
2021-10-07T16:05:46+0000
Josh Gonce was a great guide definitely recommend great asset you guys should definitely take care of him.
Amanda Bisset
2021-10-03T01:39:11+0000
We had an amazing tour with Megan today at Rock Springs. The water was gorgeous and my whole family enjoyed our... morning. Megan was so knowledgeable and gave us lots of fun facts about the area. We will definitely be coming back and we’re looking forward to the 2022 bioluminescent tours!read more
Cristine Hurtado
2021-10-02T14:34:32+0000
Chris was our guide for our kayaking adventure. He was so knowledgeable and was great about making sure we all had a... fantastic time. Cannot recommend Get Up and Go enough! Thank you!read more
Patrice Pulica
2021-09-26T22:17:17+0000
Great time!! Our tour guide Raven was so knowledgeable and fun!
Amber Lohman
2021-09-25T03:08:00+0000
Such a fun tour! Beautiful sights and some wild life knowledge! Raven was a great tour guide today!
Chris Theis
2021-09-19T12:55:14+0000
I did the Shell Key tour a couple weeks ago. Raven was an awesome and knowledgeable guide, and she even gave us water... guns to suck all the rainwater out of our kayaks after the stormread more
Emily D Ozier
2021-09-13T01:53:10+0000
Raven went above and beyond to make it a memorable experience.
Brittany O'Neal
2021-09-10T12:28:08+0000
We had a great experience with get up and go kayaking. We did the bioluminescence tour and I very much enjoyed myself.... From them providing us bug spray, to staying behind to make us feel comfortable, (not leaving us. I observed this with others as well), was excellent customer service. I would recommend and actually go back.I don’t know if this will help anyone but, the more into the water we were, and especially on the paddle back, the bioluminescence was at an all time high. Unless you have a high tech camera, you will not have much luck capturing it on your camera phone (I have an iPhone 12 for reference). I was able to get a small glimpse on my phone.read more
Hector D Rosario
2021-09-06T14:48:43+0000
Me and my wife went last night for their bioluminescence tour! It was amazing!!! Liz and Scott were great and very... helpful. They took their time with everybody and explained to the group everything from the living organisms in the water, to the area to the best time to go kayaking. I will just give them 5 stars but they deserve 10read more
Nathan Dukes
2021-09-05T19:40:02+0000
Early morning clear kayaking session from King’s Landing was phenomenal! Megan was an amazing guide and next time I... want to book her with a group of my friends! She said the water is even bluer in the fall and winter!👏🏼🔥read more
Brittany Frack
2021-09-04T15:04:35+0000
Raven was absolutely awesome! Can’t recommend this tour enough!
Beth-Ann Frack
2021-09-04T15:00:45+0000
10/10 can’t recommend Raven enough! She was very knowledgeable and provided us with a great experience!
Jillian Francis
2021-09-04T13:26:50+0000
I did a sunset kayak at the shell key preserve and Less was fun and super knowledgeable! Definitely recommend!
Ariana Santino
2021-08-29T15:35:28+0000
They are amazing! Scott and Liz were super awesome and I love how passionate they are about the bioluminescence I had... experience! I would 100% recommend them! I can’t stop thinking about the amazing experience i had with my family ❤️read more
Justin Carter
2021-08-24T01:54:00+0000
Chris led our GUAGK Shell Key Preserve tour yesterday morning and we had a blast. He was super informative with the... wildlife in the area and encouraged any and all questions. The length of the tour was just about perfect. Go ahead and book if you are here reading the reviews!read more
April Aramanda
2021-08-23T03:33:24+0000
My husband and I went on the bioluminescence tour tonight with Liz and Scott. We were the only two for this particular... tour and it was AMAZING!!! We got to see dolphins and manatee, all kinds of fish and birds, even a couple of shrimp jumped into Scott’s kayak! The water was so cool. Watching the bioluminescence run under the boat was like watching stars shoot through the sky. Scott and Liz were the BEST tour guides! If you are in the area, definitely do this tour!read more
Jenn Golus Goehle
2021-08-22T23:34:17+0000
We had an AWESOME tour with Chris today. He is so thorough and taught us so much about the wildlife and area. It was... a wonderful adventure for my family- thank you Chris!!!read more
Skyler Scheid
2021-08-13T14:31:53+0000
We had such a great time and Daniel made it even better. His knowledge of the area and his favorite spots made the... experience so much more fun and very memorable. Would definitely come back!!read more
Thomas Gnul
2021-08-13T13:37:50+0000
I highly recommend Get Up and Go Kayaking. Jackson was a wonderful tour guide and was extremely informative. The entire... experience was relaxing and peaceful. I highly recommend this to everyone that is visiting Orlando.read more
Kirsty Taylor
2021-08-08T17:36:58+0000
Last night we experienced the bioluminescence tour at Merritt Island. Fabulous trip and experience. Jacob and Blasé... were a blast and shared tons of local info and showed us the best sights . Very personable, small tour, the Bio’s were fantastic - I still need convincing that mosquitoes are truly an important part of the ecosystem! JK but man they were a PIA! Brilliant tour !read more
Taylor Gouge
2021-08-08T15:17:57+0000
CHRIS WAS THE ABSOLUTE BEST TOUR GUIDE !! IF YOU GO, REQUEST HIM! we had a bridal party going, and he was so... enthusiastic and fun! best experience, FULLY RECOMMEND! worth the money for sure!read more
Tara Lancto
2021-08-05T18:38:53+0000
This was our adventure the last day here in Florida, and it was most deff the most fun. Our tour guide Daniel was very... knowledgeable about the local wild life and he was a lot of fun. Most certainly recommend this to you during your stay.read more
Kathy Skott-Myhre
2021-08-05T17:12:51+0000
What an amazing experience! Truly magical! Jeremy and Carly were fantastic fun and informative guides. Not only did we... get to experience the beauty and wonder of the phenomenon, we learned so much! If you are considering this, just do it!read more
Dean Swords
2021-07-29T04:02:03+0000
Met with Tanner today and he was VERY knowledgeable about the area and extremely friendly!! Thank you Tanner for the... good time and great tour of the lakes!read more
Karen Ward Gregory
2021-07-28T19:12:36+0000
Our guide was Tanner. He was so friendly and patient with our bunch. We had a complainer, one with a shoulder injury,... and one who had to paddle alone because his companion was our 9-year old. Tanner is a doll! And the trip was beautiful and fun. Definitely would do again!read more
Kar-Lai Gambiroza
2021-07-27T16:44:14+0000
My dad & I enjoyed our first ever kayak experience with Keith as our trusty guide at the Winter Park location. I wanted... my dad to do something out of the ordinary before he leaves for Hong Kong in two days…& this fit the bill! We went in the morning before it got hot, and we loved seeing the little canals, big houses, and random wildlife. Even as complete beginners, my dad and I were able to learn easily and enjoy the ride. Definitely recommend for anyone who wants a unique, memorable time! I hope to bring my husband back for the glowing nighttime tour someday 🛶 Thanks, Get Up And Go Kayaking!🥳read more
Wendy Cooper
2021-07-25T04:30:52+0000
Tonight we did the clear kayak glow in the dark tour at Winter Park. Watched the full moon rise over the water. Paddled... through two canals and three lakes by the moonlight. Jackson was a delightful tour guide! So informative about the area and personable- obviously loves what he does! Highly recommend this awesome experience!read more
Alicia Fernández
2021-07-22T00:54:12+0000
We had a great time! Lisa Cox was our tour guide and she did an amazing job. Always kept calm when our kayak wouldn’t... go the right direction. She always had the same tone of voice to talk us out of our rowing mess 😂I would ask for her as our guide, again.read more
Claudia Jackson
2021-07-21T21:57:46+0000
We had an awesome time kayaking with the family at Rainbow Springs! Lisa Cox was an awesome tour guide and made sure... everyone felt comfortable. We had a couple people with us who had never gone kayaking before and she did so good with them!read more
Megan Mullins
2021-07-19T02:51:51+0000
First time experience and it was one I won’t forget. Thank you to Carley and Jeremy for an awesome tour. Carley shared... her kayak with me since it was my first time, and I was solo. Truly a great group of people. The Dolphins were such a highlight. 10/10 recommend if you ever get a chance! Really an amazing experience I won’t forget.read more
Timothy Mark Myers
2021-07-18T15:28:47+0000
Such an amazing tour and the tour guides were amazing i highly recommend this
Maria Lawson
2021-07-16T20:34:26+0000
Relaxing trip through the chain of lakes in Winter Park. Our guide Tanner was such a nice young man, very knowledgeable... and personable. Definitely recommend, and will do this again!read more
Marline Alexander
2021-07-15T23:37:53+0000
Lisa was our tour guide. She is amazing!!! Had a wonderful day, very knowledgeable on everything. Would definitely... recommend going. It was a lot of fun but boy did we get a workout. I’m exhausted but so worth it. Thank you again Lisa @ Weeki Wachee!!read more
Lauren Brooks
2021-07-15T20:23:36+0000
Kayaked at Silver Springs, Florida location today! Had so much fun & our guide Lauren was great!
Morgan Norman
2021-07-15T20:19:08+0000
Rented clear kayaks at Silver Springs & it was beautiful & so fun! Our tour guide Lauren, was awesome & so informative... !! Totally recommend!!read more
Dawn M Bobruk-Simms
2021-07-15T17:33:50+0000
Such a nice kayak trip...not too long,Jackson was a great guide!
Kristi Kobrin
2021-07-14T12:15:20+0000
We had a beautiful night for bioluminescent kayaking. Jenna & Raven were fun & knowledgeable and even found us a... dolphin pod to observe! This is my third time and it was the best yet! We saw so many fish and even an alligator.read more
Michelle LeCleir
2021-07-12T16:19:52+0000
A huge thank you for opening up today for us to get this adventure in. Our tour guides were great & very friendly.
Kelly Steele
2021-07-12T12:41:27+0000
Clear kayaks. Scott and Liz are great guides. wonderful experience. The bioluminescence is awesome. Dolphins,... stingrays, kayaking through the peaceful estuary.read more
Jonathon Steele
2021-07-12T06:01:33+0000
Scott and Liz were wonderful guides on our tour. This is an amazing tour everyone should experience.
Darby Battle
2021-07-11T14:22:33+0000
Scott and Liz were the BEST! We enjoyed the small group atmosphere because it allowed us to paddle around with ease and... see a lot of wildlife. Scott and Liz were super knowledgable about the area and the bio. Would definitely do it again…with Scott and Liz as our guides of course.read more
Karen Marie
2021-07-08T07:45:03+0000
My son and took the 2 hour night trip, July 4th and had an AMAZING time. The Kayaks are completely clear so you can see... all sorts of marine life, especially at night, because each Kayak had different colored LED lights on the bottom. We paddled to Shell Key to wander around and explore while we waited for the sun to set. That's when it got even cooler because we were able to see Gulfport, SPB and Treasure Islands firework displays on the way back to the dock.HUGE huge shout out to our guide Charlie!! This kid worked so hard to make it a fun, safe outing. He was helpful and shared all sorts of information on the indigenous wildlife, and the islands we went through.We were his THIRD group of the day and I'm sure he would rather have been out with his friends, celebrating the 4th. If he did, he sure didn't show it. Just as nice as could be, a complete professional, but so fun and kind. I highly recommend this organization. I will for sure be back when I have family in town and will request Charlie to be our guide!read more
Lizzie Herd
2021-07-06T22:18:09+0000
We just got back from kayaking at Winter Park - our guide, Tanner, was awesome! Super knowledgeable and informed us of... local history and about the homes along the lake shore. If you are in the area this is an awesome trip and we highly recommend!read more
Terry Wallace Hooper
2021-07-05T22:27:29+0000
Scott and Liz provided a fantastic bioluminescent kayaking experience. Not only was the glowing water and wildlife... amazing but Scott and Liz provided lots of interesting information and showed respect and enthusiasm for the job they were doing. If you visit the Kennedy Space Center or are in the Titusville area, you really need to plan this kayaking experience!read more
Sara Kaileigh
2021-07-05T03:55:34+0000
Scott and Liz are the best. Very familiar and knowledgeable about all the different wildlife we were seeing , and some... we didn’t see but heard or felt. Fun and great personalities made the trip even better.read more
Aya Aiba
2021-07-01T21:49:56+0000
I had an amazing experience with Daniel at Rock Springs!! I took my 6 and 9 year old kids and he was so good with them... too!! We were able to take breaks and enjoy the beautiful water!! Thank you Daniel!!read more
Kristin Kennaugh
2021-06-30T19:30:41+0000
Keith led an amazing tour! Very scenic and peaceful. We were 1st time kayakers with no problem. Despite the rain, a... great time for myself and daughter!!read more
McKenzie Martin
2021-06-29T18:54:42+0000
At the Shell key preserve Raven was very informative about the wildlife and even fun facts about hotels. She was... enthusiastic the entire trip around the bay. Also really appreciated the bottled water she provided. Overall 100% recommend doing this if you’re vacationing with family or even if it’s just a couple. Also recommend sharing a boat with your partner it makes it a lot easier on your arms, unless of course you’re experienced at kayaking. Even if you don’t get Raven as your guide, we met another one (didn’t catch his name) he was so friendly & had a great vibe!!read more
Tiffany Loomis
2021-06-27T22:18:38+0000
We had a wonderful voyage through a slice of Florida heaven @ Kings Landing in Apopka. Our guide Daniel was awesome and... even pointed out interesting facts about our surroundings. I highly recommend if you’re ever in the area!read more
Malcolm Greenberg
2021-06-25T12:58:25+0000
My daughter and I totally enjoyed the bioluminescence kayak tour. Liz and her husband were awesome guides. They were... informative and super friendly. It was beautiful, serene, and truly wonderful.5+ stars!! Thanks for the amazing experience.read more
Jennifer Skeins Pennington
2021-06-22T00:17:30+0000
Lisa was amazing at Weeki Wachee! We had a great time, learned a lot, and saw 6 manatees! I highly recommend this tour.... Thank you Lisa!read more
Linda Barnes Goettsche
2021-06-15T14:32:14+0000
When my granddaughter told me she wanted to do the bioluminescence kayak trip while visiting with us, I admit to being... a little anxious. But our tour guides, Ashley and Karlie, took away all my anxiety with their knowledge and experience with guiding the bioluminescence tours. It was amazing! I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to experience a little walk on the wild side of what Florida has to offer.read more
Christian Reyes
2021-06-13T23:42:07+0000
Fantastic time kayaking with my wife. Regina was amazing with a lot of knowledge of the place. Thanks a lot
Katarina Lo
2021-06-13T13:02:26+0000
One of the most exciting and memorable experiences we had! Especially for a group that had no idea what they were doing... (for the most part). 😅 Daniel, our guide, was impeccable. He was so patient and kind. Saving us from a few falls or two. And knowing all the great spots for great photos. We definitely can’t wait to come back!read more
Natalie Cringan-Lamar
2021-06-13T04:32:01+0000
This was THE MOST AMAZING thing I have ever experienced. Scott and Liz were fun and full of cool facts! Def something I... will never forget! FINALLY got to Mark this off my bucket list... its been on the list since I seen the movie "The Beach" years ago.. so worth it!!read more
Shelby Abell
2021-06-12T13:00:21+0000
My Nana and I kayaked the Bioluminescence Tour with Get Up and Go, and MAN! What an experience! Ashley and Karlie were... our tour guides and they were magnificent! You could easily tell they both had a passion for the water/wildlife and were so eager to share their knowledge of the lay of the land. 10/10 would recommend. Thanks gal pals for an unforgettable trip! 🖤read more
Patricia Gallatin
2021-06-11T17:17:01+0000
Loved it. It's a beautiful part of Florida. The water was clear blue. Our guide, Daniel, was excellent. I will go... back again.read more
Natasha Dejaney Ellis
2021-06-09T23:31:56+0000
I did the Sunset Glow clear kayak tour while me and my husband were vacationing in Indian Shores. Our tour guide... Charlie was awesome. He was very friendly and informative about the area we were paddling, Shell Key Preserve. We even had a fish jump in our kayak and it hit me in the arm! Very fun and memorable experience and would recommend hands down.read more
Selena Perez
2021-06-09T18:49:26+0000
I LOVED my experience with Get up and Go Kayaking!❤️ Jenna at the Shell Key location was the best tour guide 🙌 She was... very friendly, so nice, so informative and seeing how much she loves her job made the experience that much more enjoyable 😇read more
Christy Benner
2021-06-09T03:02:15+0000
Raven was awesome!! Loved our tour-so informative and fun!! Definitely recommend
Chera Sevcik
2021-06-08T21:32:10+0000
Our adventure with Hannah to Shell Key Island was awesome! She had so many amazing facts and education along the way!]
Jay Burd
2021-06-08T14:59:08+0000
Went on a trip with Hannah last week through shell key preserves and we had a blast! She knew so much about the local... ecology and was so fun to talk to. She provided cold water to those who needed it and was very supportive and helpful when teaching us how to navigate the kayaks. 11/10 will go again when I’m in the area! Hannah is wonderful!read more
Wendy Wilkinson Williams
2021-06-06T15:03:04+0000
This exceeded all expectations! With every paddle stroke, the water lights up and the clear kayaks allowed full views... of the water. We even saw dolphins and manatees! Highly recommend and Scott and Liz were awesome!read more
Cindy Waechter Zapp
2021-06-06T03:09:13+0000
We LOVED our bioluminescent kayak tour in June 2021! Liz and Scott were awesome guides who taught us a lot about the... ecosystem and, of course, bioluminescence. What an amazing phenomenon! It was so cool to interact with the bioluminescence! We’ll definitely be back again - can’t wait to see how it changes throughout the season. The clear kayaks made a huge difference - it was like watching the galaxy pass under your boat! We loved kayaking right next to the dolphins, too! The small group size was nice. Amazing experience, highly recommended!!read more
Christine Raines Bartlam
2021-06-05T03:15:49+0000
Jacob and Blaine were amazing tour guides in Orlando. My husband surprised me with a bioluminescent tour for our 12th... anniversary. It was one of the coolest things we have done. Highly recommend!read more
Misty Peterson Nichols
2021-06-03T15:16:36+0000
We went on the Bioluminescence tour last night at 11pm. It was amazing! The bioluminescence was absolutely gorgeous. ... Our guide was very knowledgeable. We also were fortunate enough to see 3-4 dolphins on our kayak trip as well as an alligator on the shore line (saw the yellow glow of his eyes when our guide shined her light on the shore line). Another note—our family has been kayaking before so we felt comfortable, but there was another family of 4 in our group that had never been kayaking before and our guide gave them great instructions and made sure they were comfortable throughout the trip. Kuddos to that family for learning to kayak in the pitch black dark!read more
Debbie Toder
2021-05-31T21:32:15+0000
Paddled with Lisa at Weekie Wachee. Great Fun. Lisa did a great job guiding us even though the waterway was a little... bit busy. Good choice for those who aren’t confident in a kayak.read more
Brooke Thornton
2021-05-30T23:06:02+0000
Just paddled with Hannah at Shell Key Preserve and I must say WOW! She was knowledgeable, kind, friendly, and an... awesome guide! Truly a one of a kind experience.read more
Amy VonFeldt
2021-05-29T19:12:21+0000
Chris was our tour guide as we went kayaking to Shell key. He was very knowledgeable of the land and animals. I... highly recommend get up and go kayaking when you travel to Florida!read more
Emirsyn Lopez
2021-05-26T01:51:23+0000
we went to shell key hannah was our guide she is amazing super sweet when we go back i’m for sure going to request her!... provided great experience and information on the economy! she was great and it was so worth it!read more
Jessica Belcher
2021-05-18T21:07:38+0000
Seth took our family on a tour Sunday. He was awesome! It was such a wonderful experience! Mega perk- We saw so many... manatee even though manatee season ended 3 weeks ago. I would definitely book with Get Up And Go again!read more
Kathy Stocker Howard
2021-05-16T19:45:13+0000
The kayaking experience at Silver Springs is an amazing experience, and the tour guide Joshua is phenomenal. However... we did not have a positive experience with the company. Then initial time our GPS gave us was wrong so we where running late to make our 11:00 tour time. When Joshua called to check with us we were still 23 minutes away and traffic was heavy. He had other parties waiting so we understood he couldn't wait for us. He offered to work us into his 1:30 tour. We were very appreciative, he just asked us to call the office to let them know. We did and there was no problem. Approximately an hour later we received a call from the company that the guide didn't know the number in our party (4), and he could only accommodate 2 of us. I asked for a refund for the other two and was told no, we had missed our tour time. While waiting for our kids to go on the tour without us, and losing $134.00, the last two guests arrived. I overheard Joshua ask her if she needed to sign a waiver since she was the owner. The owner! We got bumped by the owner and her companion. And all paying guests rode two to a boat, they each went single. Had they riden together there would have been room for us. So my husband and spent another $34.00 (much better deal) from the state park and paddled right along with them. And I didn't feel bad at all because I had paid for a tour. The owner was taking video and pictures, for promotion I presume. I hope our big yellow kayak messed up every shot!!read more
Michelle Strassman
2021-05-14T16:36:56+0000
Had a great morning! Daniel was awesome. He was patient with all skill levels and easy going. Lots of interesting... things to learn too! Wear a swimsuit and leave non essentials at the car. It was worth the trip!read more
Jenna Jones
2021-05-14T15:07:08+0000
I went to the St Petersburg location on my birthday and it was absolutely BREATHTAKING. Raven was a fantastic host! She... was so knowledgable. I’d recommend this tour to anyone!read more
Jacqueline Castillo
2021-05-09T18:46:07+0000
the best part was when Jacob and Gina guided us to a great spot where we were able to get off enjoy the cool, clear... spring water, and canon ball from a tree, and because everyone was so friendly and helpful that made this experience that much blissful. I highly recommend them.read more
Katie Sackewitz
2021-05-08T17:34:48+0000
We went and did the tour at Rock Springs/Kings Landing. Jacob was our tour guide and he was great. We can’t wait to do... another and we will definitely be back!read more
Christine Oliveira Zak
2021-05-08T15:36:44+0000
Had so much fun . Very good experience loved the instructor Daniel he was a blast . Definitely will be sending all my... friends to him!!read more
Ashley Nicole Cummings
2021-05-07T23:41:34+0000
Literally the best time I’ve had kayaking. Rock Springs River was absolutely beautiful and our tour guide Ashley was... beyond great! You will NOT regret booking a trip.read more
Janeen Salzgeber
2021-05-07T18:28:18+0000
Had a fantastic time with Daniel as our guide!! 5 stars!! Very knowledgeable and engaging. Thanks for making our day... playing hooky so pleasurable!!!read more
Hope Colbert
2021-05-07T17:16:27+0000
We had an awesome time kayaking today off of Shell Key Preserve. Our guide Raven was awesome and provided a lot of... insight into the area and the wildlife and made sure to point out sting rays, shark, birds etc... I highly recommend you check out this awesome adventure.read more
Jacie Miller
2021-05-07T13:45:11+0000
We have the best time. Our tour guide was Raven and she was the best. Super nice and was willing to help us out ( we... were new to kayaking) and gave us a ton of tips to help.read more
Lisa Jones
2021-05-06T19:53:45+0000
Our family did a trip today with Charlie. He was a wonderful and very informative guide. I did not know what to expect,... but am very happy we chose to do this on our vacation. Would highly recommend.read more
Kristina Santeramo
2021-05-04T21:49:17+0000
Raven was great! We really enjoyed her tour this morning at Shell Key Preserve. Thanks for a fun morning.
Javi Del Campo Barria
2021-05-03T22:05:09+0000
I called to see what happened if I canceled but when I cut at no time I told him that I would make it official and the... owner canceled my reservation, I arrived at the place with my family to do the tour and already sold my tickets and he kept my money without making me the tourterrible service and the owner keeps the money saying that he loses when he sells your tickets and keeps your money too, scammerread more
Jenna Marie
2021-05-02T22:52:46+0000
We had a great time on the river! Daniel and Jena pointed out the animals around us and made sure everyone had a fun... time.read more
Daniel Zúñiga Mena
2021-05-01T21:31:08+0000
very, very bad experience with the head of these kayaks we had a family accident and they arrived 7 minutes late he did... not let us in, he offered us another day to which we agreed, when we arrived he charged us again for each entry, we paid them and made us return to half of the tour, very very very very bad attention and experience, next to them they rent other kayaks much cheaper and better!read more
Jamie Sampson
2021-04-30T17:46:55+0000
Had an amazing day on the water with Hannah! so knowledgable and fun.
Jael Cruz
2021-04-22T22:20:36+0000
We had an amazing tour with Daniel at Rock Springs, very attentive and knowledgeable. Had a blast! Recommend this to... anyone looking for a new experience close to Orlando.read more
Nikole Ripplinger Williams
2021-04-22T02:12:57+0000
Clear kayaking with Get Up and Go Kayaking was the highlight of my trip to Florida with my husband! Every single local... said that we needed to kayak the springs in order to get a true Floridian experience. Our tour guide at Rock Springs, Ashley, was so friendly and made sure we were safe but she didn’t hover over us. She knew the best places to stop and swim. We even jumped off a tree into the springs!! Absolutely loved the clear kayaks and got the best Instagram pictures!!! I feel like the price was perfect for our amazing experience. And again, Ashley was so helpful!read more
Sheree Algee-Rhodes
2021-04-18T17:01:32+0000
My 9 year old and I did a clear kayak adventure with Daniel in Rock Springs and it was amazing!!!! He was super helpful... and patient and just overall awesome with us... from arrival to departure. We really enjoyed it! We would definitely do another one!read more
Jessica Lee Flinn
2021-04-18T16:19:25+0000
Beautiful scenery and great experience. A must if visiting Florida. Jacob was a wonder, friendly, and knowledgeable... tour guide.read more
Doan Tran
2021-04-18T16:14:54+0000
Gave this a try while in Florida & it was amazing! Jacob was a super friendly and fun guide. Whether you’re new or... experienced to kayaking, Jacob was always there whenever needed. Can’t wait to go back. 20/10 recommend!read more
Anthony L. Recine Jr.
2021-04-18T14:41:02+0000
We had an amazing time!!Daniel is very accommodating and friendly It’s definitely something to do!!
Tonya Shenandoah
2021-04-18T04:22:04+0000
They have so many locations and when my partner and I had a misunderstanding on the meeting point we missed our... reservation. After paying over $300 they couldn’t offer any other options, at least partial credit.read more
Teroa Tilo
2021-04-17T11:11:48+0000
Great place to kayak. Having an awesome tour guide made it such an amazing experience. Thanks Daniel!
Lea Ann Hansen
2021-04-16T02:23:44+0000
Our guide was good at helping a group of beginners get up stream with plenty of time for rest and photo ops. Very... knowledgeable about flora and fauna. Wonderful experience!read more
Kenna Hoaglund
2021-04-14T23:32:45+0000
Lisa was so baller! highly suggest her and your tour guide. had an amazing time the water was beautiful and the animals... were cool to look at 🙂read more
Tanya Devereaux
2021-04-08T16:01:45+0000
Awesome time on the Springs with Ashley. She catered to each groups needs and made sure no one was left out. We had... five kayaks with very different levels of skills. It was a fun day for kids and adults alike. The clear kayaks were a total plus.read more
Clare Chung
2021-04-07T18:56:59+0000
Beautiful!!! A must do in that area. Daniel was amazing. Ask for him.
AngieandJohn Gerrard
2021-04-04T22:29:56+0000
We had the BEST experience!! Wish we could have done it for hours longer! Ashley was an amazing tour guide and made... it tons of fun and so relaxing! Jacob was super friendly and wonderful as well and was really helpful as we got on and off:)read more
Licia Santiago Sterbinsky
2021-04-04T14:21:58+0000
Sunset glow in the dark kayaking at Rainbow Springs was aaaahmazing! Lisa was a great guide. We’ve done 7 out of 14... sites each one we’ve loved. You keep adding places, we love it more places to visit ❤️read more
Jasmine Bogart-Falbo
2021-04-01T19:31:46+0000
Highly recommend! Best kayaking experience I’ve ever had. So beautiful and our tour guide, Daniel, was great! Wish I... had a kayak like this for home.read more
Russie Nelson Edwards
2021-04-01T00:46:34+0000
We had a great time kayaking today! Our guide Matt was fun and helpful. He took pictures for us and even helped find... some cool shells. Unfortunately no dolphins crossed our path but still a beautiful day and tour! Thanks Matt!read more
Julie McCarthy
2021-03-31T00:57:44+0000
We went on our tour with Raven in Shell Key Preserve! It was such an incredible experience!!! We saw so much....... raccoon, crabs, stingray, sea urchin, and dolphins!! She really was one of nicest tour guides I’ve ever had! I would hands down recommend this excursion to anyone ready for an unique adventure!!read more
Shannan Harman Tucker
2021-03-31T00:14:17+0000
We went in a glass bottom tour with Lisa on 3/30. She was amazing! We had an amazing time and saw a lot of turtles and... other wildlife! Highly recommend!read more
Pamela Leffler
2021-03-29T21:06:38+0000
The 2+ hour kayak tour on the Shell Key Preserve in Terre Verde was fantastic! Our guide was Raven— she was friendly,... helpful and very knowledgeable! She taught us so much about all of the plant and animal wildlife. A great time!read more
Judith Lawson
2021-03-29T18:52:45+0000
Get up and Go tour of Shell Key Clear Kayak tour was incredible! Raven was the best guide! Fun And knowledgeable!! Go... do this!!read more
Melanie Steinkirchner
2021-03-29T00:27:10+0000
What an awesome experience!! Our guide Daniel was amazing and informative. He answered my many questions with a smile... on his face. Lol He had us stop at a few cool spots while heading up stream. Then we took our leisurely time heading back downstream. I would recommend you wear a bathing suit. Every one did except for me. Oopsie. My bad. Lol. We would totally do this again! Highly recommend!read more
Mike Gelblicht
2021-03-26T23:03:52+0000
Great day kayaking. Beau was an amazing guide. Highly recommend it.
Brian Webb
2021-03-26T22:10:44+0000
Lisa was the best at KP Hole guided tour! The family really enjoyed it!
Jessica Judy
2021-03-26T21:40:46+0000
We had a trip planned with Get up and go Kayaking, and due to an accident on the way down to our trip it pushed back... our arrival time to 3:13. They only wait 15 mins and we watched them take off without us and then refused to reschedule our trip. We understand their policy but our delay was due to car accident and even though we called them and let them know we would arrive at this exact arrival time, and sent a requested screen shot from our gps. They still would not work with us so our family could enjoy this trip. Not family friendly and your just a number to them. I would highly recommend not using this company. Water was also very murky and unlike the photos. Just overall an awful experience.read more
Paris Wright
2021-03-26T17:15:48+0000
Wonderful experience! Beau is a great, we even got lucky and saw dolphins! Would definitely recommend and I’m sure we... will be back in the future!read more
Meg Tullos
2021-03-25T22:24:25+0000
We had so much fun on our trip to Rock Springs with Get Up And Go Kayaking. Our guide, Daniel, was awesome. So friendly... and personable! He was very knowledgeable pointing out different native plants, giving us fun facts, offering to take photos (seriously check out these beautiful fam photos he captured for us!) and even grabbed us some fresh watercress that was growing along our route to try. Our son especially loved the clear kayaks and being able to see into the water underneath us! Highly recommend!read more
Joyce Morrell Ceconi
2021-03-25T15:11:15+0000
Great experience and very knowledgeable and friendly guides. We had a wonderful experience with Hannah our guide and... she made the tour very interesting, relaxed and fun! Learned quite a bit about the marine life and the variety of birds and fowl. Highly recommend this adventure!read more
Kristin Hickey
2021-03-24T15:38:24+0000
Our son gave us a Get up and Go Kayaking tour for Christmas. We came down to Florida from Myrtle Beach and had a great... time with our tour guide Matt! The mangrove area was so nice!! Highly recommend!!read more
Beth Cason
2021-03-21T21:31:47+0000
Customer service is prompt and super accommodating! We haven’t even been on our tour yet, but are beyond excited to go!
Kristy Sramek Oehms
2021-03-18T01:29:53+0000
Had a great trip to Rainbow Springs! I definitely recommend getting the clear kayaks. Our guide Lisa was super fun and... knowledgeable navigating the river. I can’t wait to go back!read more
Alle Smiff
2021-03-13T16:19:13+0000
I will definitely recommend this place to everyone. let me tell you about me and my husband's experience. we were over... the moon about it. Our tour guide Alex Tricoli was not only funny and supper enthusiastic about all his knowledge and facts about the springs. He was just overall a freindly and genuine person which I look for in any new adventure we take. He took pictures of us which I am greatful for. These are the moments and memories we will never forget. We will be doing this soon. Absolutely breath taking scenery. We get to add another 1st to our bucklist. I will give this place more that 5 srars. Crystal clear waters and the Crystal clear kyakes are just breath taking. 🥰😍. we saw everything from fish, birds, monkeys and my favorite manatees ❤🧡💛💚💙💜read more
Jillers Lynn
2021-03-10T18:42:47+0000
Just had an amazing trip in St Pete’s with Matt. He was funny and knowledgeable. The dolphins and views were amazing!... Highly recommend, even my 8 year old had fun the whole time which never happens!read more
Jonena Billips
2021-03-07T22:44:49+0000
I enjoyed spending my birthday there (3/7/21) with my boyfriend. It was our first time kayaking, and we had a great... time! Plus, Hannah was such a sweet guide, and I’m sure we couldn’t have got a better one!!!read more
Dylan Soares
2021-03-05T19:15:49+0000
Would highly recommend this adventure! Our guide, Mark, was very knowledgeable and customized the adventure to us! He... knew exactly when we needed breaks and provided them. He also was incredible knowledgeable about the wildlife. The water? Well that just speaks for itself. You can literally see all the way to the bottom, crystal clear! If you're considering booking, just do it! I promise you won't regret it! Thank you so much to the Get Up and Go Kayaking Team! We will be back to try all of your locations!read more
Stacy Jersild
2021-03-05T15:04:40+0000
We had Hannah as our tour guide. She is the most bubbly and knowledgeable guide. I learned so much on this trip that I... wasn't expecting but loved! Also, the owners went out of their way to accommodate my mom last minute into our group. That is above and beyond service!read more
Ann Karns
2021-02-28T16:53:24+0000
This is my fourth tour and each one gets better. Matt and Raven were awesome. The night glow tour is magical. Matt,... Raven, we’ll see you both soon.Love, FAAread more
Callie Miracle
2021-02-28T12:49:27+0000
We had a great experience in St. Pete! Our tour guides Raven and Matt were awesome. Raven was super knowledgeable about... the wildlife and showed us some fun critters throughout our tour. Matt did a very cool moment of silence during our nighttime tour to soak in the sounds of nature. It was beautiful! Definitely will be back.read more
Paula Martin
2021-02-26T02:22:49+0000
We loved our adventure! It was absolutely gorgeous weather and Ashley was an excellent guide. She even showed us a... sweet little water hole to jump in. We even got to see a dear and an alligator.read more
Nicole Caauwe Tabbert
2021-02-21T16:46:33+0000
Awesome experience in Tarpon springs! We saw lots of manatees and had a great tour guide named Hannaha!
Ralph Goethe
2021-02-11T21:01:50+0000
A wonderful experience. We’re going to go again. Our tour guide was fun and full of knowledge
Stacy Newman
2021-02-09T22:55:20+0000
We had such a great time today at Rock Springs! Jacob was a fantastic guide! What a great way to spend the day with our... family. Thank you so much!read more
Louis Shanda
2021-01-31T02:31:47+0000
Get Up and Go Kayaking is exactly what you should do if you are ever near any of the GetUp and Kayaking locations. It... is an amazing experience with beautiful views. We begin our day with dolphins at the Shell Key location and was kept well informed about our surrounding by our informative tour guide Charlie. If you ever get to experience a tour with Charlie, his love for the environment exudes through his personality and makes the trip even more enjoyable. The tour is a 10 out of 10 for me.read more
Caitlin Bennett
2021-01-27T18:54:14+0000
This was such an amazing experience! Hannah was so much fun and really knew her stuff!
Vicki Anderson MacKay
2021-01-23T12:49:22+0000
Had the best tour and experience with Dolphins and our guide Hannah! We can't wait to come back!
Caprice Archibeque
2021-01-23T02:57:01+0000
Such an amazing and fun experience! Hannah our tour guide was the absolute best! She was super sweet and knew so much... about the wildlife around there! She was a super fun tour guide and we loved the experience!read more
Kierstin Adams
2021-01-23T00:19:23+0000
Our guide Jenna was amazing! Super knowledgeable and just overall awesome. The tour was pretty and we saw tons of... wildlife. Highly recommended!!read more
Sigalit Bar
2021-01-19T15:43:58+0000
The best kayaking ever! See manatees, alligators, birds and natural springs from clear kayaks. Good guide and amazing... natureread more
Ken Tuck Smit
2021-01-02T23:54:05+0000
We paddled Shell Key with RAVEN last week! She was an amazing guide and a wonderful teacher! Raven was incredibly... knowledgeable about the preserve and wildlife! The trip was more fun because our guide was enthusiastic. We did the 4:30 tour, saw the sunset, then after dark went into the mangrove cave and witnessed the miracle of bioluminescent plankton!! Raven is a gem and deserves a raise.read more
Carl Bramble
2021-01-02T15:45:12+0000
What an amazing experience! Our guide, Raven, was super fun and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
Brit Cooper
2021-01-01T00:08:51+0000
Our guide, Raven, was hilarious. Girl loves some cannibal snails and jelly stings. We had a great time!
Kathy McCormick McCoy
2020-12-31T22:18:14+0000
Ashley at Rock Springs was a great guide today! Very fun trip!
Emily Giedzinski
2020-12-31T13:39:24+0000
Wonderful experience! It was amazing. Our tour guide Raven was the funniest, most entertaining tour guide possible!... Highly recommend the tour and raven as your guide if you can possibly schedule with her! Thanksread more
Jenna Martucci Chipps
2020-12-24T13:20:48+0000
We LOVE Get Up And Go Kayaking. We’ve done two locations so far and we plan on doing a lot more. The concept of a clear... kayak is genius. We loved seeing so many turtles and fish swim underneath us, even a manatee!!!! We kayaked at Silver Springs and Vero Beach. Being out on the water, seeing the animals, being with family, and experiencing nature is amazing. We highly recommend choosing one of their locations and exploring! The tour guides are very knowledgeable and friendly which makes the tour very worth it.read more
Lisha Poch
2020-12-14T15:29:15+0000
Definitely recommend this experience! Paddling through the mangrove trees being able to see the creatures through the... clear kayaks beneath you was totally incredible. Our tour guide Chris was amazing as well, his knowledge of the area and marine life was very impressive. Truly unique!read more
Christa Mariah
2020-12-08T14:00:45+0000
My husband and I did the nighttime glow tour with Hannah and had an incredible time. She was professional, friendly and... personable! We got to kayak thru the mangroves and stop at a sandbar! She was very educational about the wildlife and ecosystem and explained to us a few of the different species we saw on our trip! It's also connected to a restaurant and bar with live music. Would definitely recommend for families, friends, couples or groups! We have kayaked plenty of times before but the nighttime kayak added a nice touch!read more
Lexi Tovar
2020-12-04T00:34:59+0000
We had an excellent time getting to explore Silver Springs with our tour guide, Alex. He answered every question we had... (we have a lot of questions 😅) and was very knowledgeable. We got super lucky and got to see quite a few manatees and gators! Maybe next time we will spot some monkeys! Thanks again Alex for an amazing experience!read more
Julia Liland
2020-11-25T19:53:53+0000
I’m raving about Raven! She knew everything we asked her and she made the experience so much fun. Great kayaking... adventure and great tour guide!read more
Alexis Liland
2020-11-25T18:57:31+0000
We loved our family excursion with Get Up and Go Kayaking!! Our guide, Raven, was so nice, knowledgeable & patient with... our large group. She made our day! Would recommend 10/10 for a fun adventure out on the water.read more
Kristin Marie
2020-11-15T23:31:15+0000
Such a great day of kayaking! The guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. Going through the mangrove tunnels in... Naples is like something out of a movie! I would highly recommend 😊read more
Gloria Mancheno Roldan
2020-11-15T20:35:08+0000
A big thank you to our wonderful tour guide Brooke O'Dowd for a great adventure at beautiful Silver Springs 🚣
Rasheeda TheHygienist
2020-11-11T11:01:22+0000
This is definitely one of the best experiences we have had, hard work at first then smooth sailing
Debbie Van Camp
2020-10-31T17:58:39+0000
Awesome time out on the water at Shell Key today. Raven was great at pointing out wildlife around us and was full of... knowledge about the reserve area and it’s history. I would definitely go again!read more
Sarah Mark-Fichera
2020-10-26T21:22:44+0000
My husband and I had the most amazing experience clear kayaking with Get Up and Go Kayaking in Tampa at Shell Key... Preserve! Hannah was so awesome and knowledgeable of all the marine life! Best birthday ever 😊read more
Sofia Mariana Beigel
2020-10-26T15:16:59+0000
This experience was unique! Not just because of the great natural places and the excellent clear kayaks, but because... our guide Chris, it was great telling us about all flora and fauna and taking us through cool places. We learned we enjoyed it; it was a 5-stars experience.read more
Christi Gleason James
2020-10-18T21:19:21+0000
We had such a great time! It was the perfect mix of relaxing fun and activity. Our guide Chris was fantastic!
Kayla Neff
2020-10-17T03:05:36+0000
We did the Friday night glow kayaking trip and had SO MUCH FUN. Our tour guide Alex was super knowledgeable, friendly,... and was willing to go with the flow of the evening! Our group even parked our boats for a bit to explore a small grove and do some swimming. Will definitely be back next time I’m in town.read more
Tracy McDaniel
2020-10-08T19:57:54+0000
This was such a great time. Beautiful wildlife throughout the entire trip and our guide Chris was so knowledgeable. I... would highly recommend Get up and Go Kayaking!read more
Crystal Ragland
2020-09-30T15:57:23+0000
I had a great time at Rock Springs, our tour guide (I cant remember his name!) was super cool and laid back, we had a... small group on our tour so it was nice to be able to interact with our guide along the way. It was a little crowded, which I expected because it was a Saturday, but I had a great time! Definitely a workout on the way out but paddling back was a breeze!read more
Danny Biddinger
2020-09-28T16:19:04+0000
We had such an amazing experience kayaking at shell key preserve. We had Charlie as our guide. He was excellent and... very knowledgeable. He was also a very fun guy to explore with. Charlie took us to different islands and tunnels. We saw dolphins, birds, sharks, and jelly fish. My wife and I highly recommend doing this if you ever get the chance. It exceeded our expectations. Charlie also made the experience that much better.read more
Kat Jimenez
2020-09-26T17:00:51+0000
So much fun and our tour guide Raven was so knowledgeable and fun. The clear kayak was so cool and going to Shell Key... was amazing. Would recommend this doing this and using this establishment.read more
Ashley Ruthruff
2020-09-26T03:26:57+0000
Visiting from Michigan and really loved this tour! Jenna, our tour guide, was so friendly and knowledgeable!
Lauren Guinn
2020-09-25T22:10:33+0000
I definitely recommend Jenna as a guide for the shell key tour! She was so helpful and so much fun!! 100% go back
Brittney Hodell
2020-09-25T15:44:57+0000
I had a great time Kayaking with Get Up And Go Kayaking. I had Jenna as a tour guide and she was so awesome! She shared... her knowledge of the area and wildlife. She was super friendly and made our trip super fun. Thanks Jenna! 😁read more
Amanda B Mee
2020-09-12T14:35:03+0000
Had such a great time! Jonathan, our guide was awesome and the amount of knowledge and information he had about the... sealife and surrounding history was above and beyond! Definitely recommend!read more
Kolby Qualls
2020-09-10T23:13:54+0000
Had an awesome time today with Matt. Got to see some awesome marine life and find some shells. He was very... knowledgeable and had a great eye for spotting things in the water! Definitely would go again!read more
Lynne Hensler Simone
2020-09-08T01:42:32+0000
Ashley was the BEST guide! Very accommodating for our special 50th Birthday party celebration on the river. we had a... blast.read more
Rachel Arcadi
2020-09-05T18:03:11+0000
We just did a tour in Bonita Springs it was amazing! Beau was our guide he was so great, made sure we were comfortable... throughout the whole tour. I would definitely do this time and time again totally worth the money, and I highly recommend Beau as a guide!read more
Kelly St Denis Irizarry
2020-09-05T15:12:27+0000
We had a perfect 21st anniversary with Get Up And Go Kayaking! We had Charlie for our morning tour and he was... knowledgeable on the area, plants and animals. We also went on the sunset/glow tour with Jenna and Hannah. They were so much fun and also knowledgeable about the animals and environment. I highly recommend either one of the tours, although if you go on the first tour you can pick up some awesome shells on the beach.read more
Christopher Otero
2020-09-04T01:22:02+0000
The tour was awesome also an informative and professional. Never felt a rush in any way. The tour guide was nice and... cool. Dunnellon, FLread more
Fatcat Wilson
2020-08-29T21:54:14+0000
I had an amazing time today, it was my 1st time kayaking and it was a breeze! I’ll definitely be back! And if you do... visit, ask for Ashley, she was an AMAZING HOST!! Thanks Ashley, you made this experience super easy and fun for me and my friends 💜read more
Brett Smith
2020-08-23T14:43:00+0000
Had a great day on shell key! Weather wasn’t the greatest but Jonathan was an awesome guide and had really good... conversation with all of us all day - 10/10 would recommend going with him out there! Excellent experienceread more
Jenny Black
2020-08-22T23:00:53+0000
My boyfriend and I had a great time on the Shell Key Tour! The tides were high so we even got to go through the... mangroves which were beautiful! Johnathan was super friendly and knowledgeable about Florida wildlife. When we stopped at Shell Key he saw a horseshoe crab and was quick to grab it and give us a quick informational before releasing it back into the tide! So cool! 10/10 would definitely recommend 👍🏻read more
Allison Fleming
2020-08-17T01:17:04+0000
Definitely a must! We had an amazing time. We had Matt as our tour guide and he was absolutely awesome..
Kris Boulette
2020-08-17T01:11:04+0000
I had a blast! Our tour guide, Matt, was a lot of fun and very knowledgeable about the wildlife. I will definitely do... this tour again!read more
Tatiana Gonzalez Muskus
2020-08-16T12:55:51+0000
The experience was great! My entire family ( kids included) had a lot of fun. Our tour guides, Matt and Jonathan, made... this a wonderful experience. They gave us clear instructions at all times, helped us learn about the flora and fauna of the place, and paid attention to details (for example, they made sure the kids had the lightest paddles during the tour).read more
Lidermi Maria Aerts
2020-08-16T04:39:50+0000
Just did the bioluminescent tour with Scott and Angela and had an amazing time. 😊 Definitely recommend it
Denise Michelle Smith
2020-08-15T18:27:51+0000
Raven was an awesome guide and we had an absolute blast today on our tour! We got to see tons of birds and even a pair... of dolphins! I can’t want to bring the whole family next time!read more
Megan Ashley Rossknecht
2020-08-15T12:03:07+0000
it was by far the best guided tour I have ever been on! Charlie was knowledgeable about local birds and other wildlife.... It was my groups first time kayaking and he made it very easy to feel comfortable and understand what to do. Thank you for the amazing experience!!!read more
Roxy Acuña
2020-08-14T15:18:19+0000
My husband and I had a great experience at Get Up And Go Kayaking Shell Key Preserve. Raven was our guide and she was... great! She is very knowledgable about the wildlife and the area. I especially loved how much she new about birds. She pointed out moon jellies and cannibal clams in the water. It was really cool holding the clams. Loved it and hope to come back again. The Acunasread more
Megan Schulte
2020-08-11T02:30:48+0000
Todd was.....PHENOMENAL!! We did a 1:30pm tour out of Vero and it was a BLAST! One of my nephews is on the spectrum and... the other doesn’t quite have his confidence built up and just gets a little nervous and scared sometimes, however, Todd was patient and kind and took time to listen to them and make the tour fun for both the kids and the adults. When we first got in the boats we were welcomed by a whole gang of manatees which was extra exciting for the kids. Todd was very knowledgeable and absolutely amazing! Highly recommend these tours and if you can request Todd!read more
Lauren Danielle
2020-08-09T19:06:33+0000
Had a FANTASTIC experience with Trevor at Rainbow Springs. He was patient, positive, and overall extremely pleasant as... a guide. My husband and I brought our two little boys with us and Trevor was wonderful with them. Would highly recommend!read more
Beverly Petrik
2020-08-09T15:09:35+0000
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Last night I did the 8:45 bioluminescent tour at Merritt island and, honestly, I will be coming back... once a year to do it! It was like we were paddling through avatar it was so amazing! The guides, liz and Angela were amazing, knowledgeable and friendly! 100/10 I’m coming back! Also, I thought their advertising pictures were enhanced... they were not! It is as bright as their pictures make it out to be... one word of caution: if u are planning to take pictures with an iPhone, I wouldn’t bother (as u will see by my pictures) u really need a DSLR to get great pictures bc u need to be able to control the f stop and iso. I have included my pictures but again: they do this paddle little justice... also, if u go in August be sure to look up bc there is the annual meteor shower... we saw 3!read more
Gabriela Rego
2020-08-06T21:51:51+0000
My kids and I had a great tour of Shell Key with Jenna today! She taught us about the mangroves, and how important... they’re to our environment, about the Cormorant which followed us around and caught a bunch of fish along the way, Ospreys, marine life and etc. Above all, Jenna made sure we were safe and monitored a nearby storm very closely. We had an amazing adventure and will fo back for more! Thanks Jenna and Get Up And Go Kayaking!read more
Ailsa Kerr
2020-08-05T08:34:45+0000
Brilliant customer service from Justin and the team behind Facebook chat regarding Covid-19 cancellations no hesitation... in refunding, will definitely be re-booking when we can travel again! Thanks!read more
Rose Nitzsche
2020-08-03T19:42:02+0000
My husband and I had an awesome day date kayaking to Shell Key. Jenna was a great guide; informative and personable.... Would definitely do it again!read more
Thalia Santos
2020-08-02T17:16:12+0000
Ashley was a great guide in Rock springs! Super fun experience and she was very helpful throughout the whole time!... Thank you Ashley! You’re the best!!read more
Mariana Carter
2020-07-30T22:05:08+0000
Todd & Bo were great!! Drove up from Miami for the afternoon tour and will definitely be back for the sunset tour!... Great experience !read more
Joy Ladner Page
2020-07-28T21:21:18+0000
We had a terrific time with Keyanna as our guide. She was professional yet fun as well as very knowledgeable and... informative! I have family visiting in 2 weeks and we plan to book again with Keyanna! I highly recommend this for people of all ages!read more
Ashley Ranea
2020-07-28T16:59:38+0000
The bioluminescent kayaking was unreal. My boyfriend and I enjoyed it so much. By far one of the coolest experiences... we’ve had. We saw alligator, dolphins, and a mullet and shrimp jumped in our kayak. It was awesome!!!!! We had an awesome tour guide, Jacob. He answered all of our questions, was super knowledgeable about where we were and the wildlife. I’d definitely tour with him again. If you’ve been debating doing this guided tour, do it! It’s magical. ✨read more
Natalie Knapp Holbird
2020-07-26T01:09:35+0000
Had an awesome experience on the 11pm bioluminescent tour with Austin!! Highly recommend!
Kelsye Dye
2020-07-25T20:05:38+0000
What an experience! We visited the Kelly Park/Rock Springs location. So serene, so beautiful, the water is like 75 all... year round! Even on an overcast day it was still beautiful! Def 10/10, the clear Kayak MAKES the experience. You can see all the wildlife up close & personal! Will be visiting the another location in the future!read more
Vinnie Vu
2020-07-25T06:49:49+0000
We had a great time! Austin was an awesome tour guide! Highly recommended!
Kim Pickens
2020-07-23T02:05:13+0000
We took the Bioluminescence Tour in Titusville, and Austin was our guide. Sign up for the tour was easy, the tour... itself was spectacular!!! Austin knew exactly where to go to find the best view and the kayaks were clean and easy to maneuver. Austin was fun and really helpful; he was really knowledgeable about the bioluminescence and was fun to talk to and very energetic. I would absolutely recommend this tour and this company.read more
Brianna Cook
2020-07-21T00:16:11+0000
I went on a tour at the rock springs location & my guide Ashley was so awesome! She had so many cool fun facts to teach... our group. The rock springs location is a beautiful get away full of beautiful plants and trees and wildlife. Would definitely recommend checking out this location!read more
Mare Kidd
2020-07-17T22:05:45+0000
Thank you Austin Stoner! Bioluminescent tour last night was magical! Excellent guide and and tour. Everyone should do... this at least once!read more
Eleanah Knape
2020-07-17T21:06:14+0000
Me and my cousin had an absolute AMAZING time in Titusville on our bioluminescent tour! Our guide was excellent and... very informative! 10/10 would recommend the tour and I must give a HUGE shoutout to our amazing guide Austin who went above and beyond in our tour! So glad I brought extra cash for tip because he most definitely deserved it. Can’t wait to do this again in the future. I highly recommend, you can see dolphins, manatees lots of fish and even the Milky Way on a perfect night! Enjoy!read more
Jen Jen
2020-07-09T23:12:08+0000
Tour guide Jenna from Tampa Bay St Pete’s Beach was amazing. She was very informative and knowledgeable. . We saw... Dolphins and manatees. Our group was all doubles I was a single and would say the oldest person of the group and she did not make me feel odd man out even when I fell behind. She hooked me on and with her help I was able to keep up and enjoy myself. Would recommend and do again with a partner. Lol.read more
Mariela S Gorman
2020-07-09T19:17:45+0000
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! We had the most wonderful experience this morning kayaking down the intracoastal. Chris, our tour... guide, was so helpful in pointing out the many many sea critters and wildlife we came across. He was so cheerful and you could just tell he loved what he was doing and so happy to share all his knowledge with us. Our kids (9,11) had smiles on their face the entire time! We recently moved down to Jupiter from Chicago and this was such a special way to start making amazing memories. Thank you Chris! And thank you Get Up And Go Kayaking!!!!!!!read more
Tilynna M. Francis
2020-07-09T18:03:51+0000
This was by far... THE BEST ADVENTURE on our trip to Florida! Jenna, our tour guide from Get Up and Go Shell Key was... wonderful! She absolutely MADE this experience with my daughter amazing! She was very knowledgeable about the surroundings, and I felt very comfortable having her as a guide. I’d definitely do this again if ever given the opportunity!read more
Joey Chavez
2020-07-07T17:20:17+0000
Great place for the bioluminescent tour at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge! Austin was a great tour guide!... Really enjoyed it.read more
Shannon Nicole Kerlin
2020-07-07T12:19:14+0000
This was my favorite part of our entire trip! Nick, your guide, was incredible! He was hilarious, so nice, so fun, and... really did a wonderful job throughout the entire tour. We felt like we were in Paradise!read more
Ashley Henning
2020-07-06T23:11:37+0000
Chase did a great job! We had so much fun today! She knew so much about the area!
Ann Guynn
2020-07-04T18:37:49+0000
my husband daughter and grandson did get and go July 3rd it was a great day our guide was wonderful gave us freedom to... kakay once we explained we do kakay regularly . the run was beautiful and I'm sure we will book again. thank you a wonderful experienceread more
Daniel Wayne Brown
2020-07-04T03:29:46+0000
My wife and I visited the Rpund Island at Vero Breach location. We had a great time. Our guide, Charles, was great and... very knowledgeable about the area, wildlife and vegetation! We saw manatees, a dolphin, several types of crabs, jellyfish and tons of different birds. We had a great time and, based off our experience today, I'd highly recommend Get Up And Go Kayaking.read more
Katie Herzfeld
2020-07-04T00:24:59+0000
Carlyn was awesome!!! She gave great details about plants, wildlife, and architecture with endless excitement and... enthusiasm. Took great photos for us to enjoy forever. Above and beyond our expectations!!!read more
Elise Acevedo
2020-07-03T02:15:13+0000
My mother and I went on the Get Up and Go Kayaking tour in Jupiter Florida It was an amazing experience. Our tour guide... Martha went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time. She was very knowledgeable of all the sea life and made sure that everyone had time to rest as needed. I highly recommend the tour ! We will definitely be kayaking this tour again.read more
Heather Han
2020-06-30T21:01:37+0000
Chase and Jenna were the best guide. so much fun kayaking at shell key!
Jill Barnes
2020-06-30T19:47:40+0000
We had a wonderful time today with Chase as our guide at the Shell Key Preserve location!! She was fun and... knowledgeable and just enjoyable to talk with! Clean kayaks and easy, clear instruction! Weather was beautiful and the spot they take you was perfect for seeing wildlife and collecting shells! Could easily see shells, seagrass and more through the bottom of our kayak! Can't wait to go again!read more
Breanna Nelson
2020-06-28T00:04:26+0000
My friends and I went kayaking with Raven as our guide. She was awesome! We went through the mangroves and spent time... on the key. I had a great day and would recommend going! Ask for Raven for a guaranteed great tour guide!read more
Spencer Larson Reiber
2020-06-27T22:54:33+0000
My husband and I went kayaking today. Our tour guide, Raven, was on time and SO helpful when it came down to moving our... bags and shoes and getting everyone organized. She was very knowledgeable and funny. We had such a great group. The water is beautiful and right away we had a few birds swimming next to our kayaks. On the trip we spent time on the beach and also swam next to a few dolphins! The kayaks were in great condition and you could see great. The mangroves were pretty awesome. I would highly recommend going with Raven again!!!read more
Priscilla-Travis Hebert
2020-06-27T22:22:05+0000
We had a great time with Ashley this morning. She took care of us when we got STUCK. She is very friendly and... informative at what she does.read more
Tracy Coyle
2020-06-27T16:21:09+0000
Easy access to the kayaks, clear bottom gave a new experience. Our guide Chase made it so educational and fun, she was... like more like an old friend than a guide because she was so personable and fun! Fun trip overall no matter the level of experience in our group. And they even provided cold water, noodle water guns and dry bags for your belongings! Highly recommend.read more
Jaclyn Jam
2020-06-26T01:28:38+0000
I highly recommend Get Up and Go Kayaking. I did the evening tour with my boyfriend and it was awesome. Our guide... Raven was great and very knowledgeable. I will definitely go again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️read more
Theresa Poe
2020-06-24T21:57:35+0000
Virginians Support other Virginians🥰 So happy to be included in Matt’s Very 1st Tour Group!! Awesome experience &... day...Thanks so very much😎read more
Julie Veihman Stricklin
2020-06-24T15:48:21+0000
What a wonderful clear kayak trip at Crystal River! Beautiful water and such a great experience! I highly recommend... them!read more
Danielle Stem
2020-06-23T23:53:27+0000
I highly recommend Get Up and Go! It was so fun and it was great learning about the ecosystems we saw! Raven, our tour... guide, was amazing!!! 💛read more
Kiersten Weiss
2020-06-17T13:17:15+0000
The bioluminescent kayaking tour was absolutely amazing! Something that we’ve never seen before! Austin Stoner was such... a fun tour guide! He kept us laughing the whole night! We will definitely be back for more trips!read more
Crystal Crowell
2020-06-17T03:33:27+0000
Wow!! What an amazing day. From the start our tour guide Raven greeted us with a smile. She made us feel at ease on the... water. She was so knowledgeable and polite. We were able to see and enjoy all the beauty of the Florida gulf. Shell Key was gorgeous and we cannot wait to go back!!read more
Joanna Effler Seipelt
2020-06-17T00:17:51+0000
Just did our tour to Shell Key today and it was AMAZING!! Kayaking through the mangroves, to the sand bar, and to Shell... Key itself was so neat. Our guide Raven was absolutely awesome! She was fantastic with our two young kids, one of which was a nervous wreck at the start. She was extremely patient, kind, and knowledgeable about the wildlife. Thanks Raven for giving us and our kiddos an experience we'll never forget!read more
Sharon Wise Rose
2020-06-16T11:05:28+0000
We had an amazing time on the bio illuminating tour. Our guide Austin Stoner was wonderful!! We had 2 kids in our group... and one was very nervous. Austin handled him great all while watching the rest of us. We had 10 people in our group and Austin made each of us feel like we were his only concern. So patient, fun, knowledgeable and of course showed us natures amazing glow! Thanks Austin Stoner, you are so cool!! The Rose party wishes you nothing but the best in your future.read more
Mel Supinger-Mann
2020-06-15T18:35:50+0000
We had a great family experience! Our guide was Raven, she was so awesome and very knowledgeable about the wildlife!... Not afraid to jump in and grab a horse shoe crab when needed! Thanks Raven!read more
Christina Shoemaker
2020-06-14T18:25:55+0000
Last night we went out on the bioluminescent tour at 11:30 and it was breathtaking!! Absolutely amazing!! The glow of... the water and the stars in the sky were phenomenal!! We saw so many dolphins and fish dancing under the surface! I recommend everyone try this at least once in your life!!! Our guide Nick was super friendly and knowledgeable!!Thank you for the awesome experience!read more
Holdie B Thielen
2020-06-14T02:21:18+0000
the tour guide diana was informative and helpful enjoyed the other employees hospiallity. great trip and scenary
Christena Marie
2020-06-13T12:13:30+0000
We had a great time on the sunset yak in Winter Park. Jackson was the best guide...lots of fun facts along the way.... We’ll be back again for sure!read more
David Eick
2020-06-13T00:12:50+0000
this was our first time kayaking and Chase helped us get set. Great sights, for sure. knew the history and locale.... spectacular views. bonnet shark, jumping mullet, could have not been more pleased. we would not hesitate to do it again...read more
Rayni Warriner-Crespo
2020-06-12T17:53:06+0000
Very cool experience and I definitely appreciate the tour from Austin!
Anna Shaneyfelt
2020-06-08T03:03:07+0000
This was amazing! Winzer did our trip, it was fantastic! My son, my husband and I would love to it again! Thank you for... the adventure of a lifetime!read more
Patti Swanton Hughes
2020-06-06T23:14:10+0000
My son, daughter in law, 3 year old grandson and I had the most incredible time today with Get Up and Go Kayaking at... the Rock Springs location. Our tour guide, Ashley so helpful being it was our first time experience. She was very knowledgeable about the area and was excited to share with us. This was a great way to enjoy the outdoors and the price was reasonable and so worth it. We were able to take rest stops and get out to enjoy the crispy, clean water. I highly recommend it and am looking forward to visiting some of their other locations.read more
Tim Barton Jr.
2020-06-01T03:02:27+0000
Absolutely loved it! We went out at Ft. Pierce location through the Mangrove tunnels. Our guide Adam was knowledgeable... and really good with our kids ages 7, 11, and 13 and adults alike. Cannot recommend this trip and this guide enough!!!! Also enjoyed Incredible wildlife and amazing sunset over the water.read more
Estefania Holt
2020-05-31T17:30:23+0000
My husband and I did the LED Sunset Clear Kayak Tour in Rainbow Springs! We were camping in the area and wanted... something different and fun to do with our dogs! It was super dog friendly. We had the best time with our tour guide,Taylor. She was so sweet and patient with our fur babies. She knew so much information about the springs and anything water related. She was awesome to hang around with. We are experienced kayakers but if you aren’t too experience, she is a great teacher and makes you feel comfortable and goes at your pace. If you want to do something different instead of normal kayaking. The sunset/nighttime kayaking tour was awesome! The price was affordable.read more
Josie Anastasia
2020-05-29T22:30:51+0000
5 stars!! Super fun day! Diana really made our kayak tour amazing. 🤩 She is bubbly, helpful & knowledgeable! We had a... great time meeting new people and loved the views!read more
Sue Mini
2020-05-27T19:42:18+0000
I went a few weeks ago at the shell Key reserve location.. My guide was Diana Hock. she was engaged and did an awesome... job of making sure no one felt left behind while in the water. She did a great job of being fun and helping make the trip enjoyableread more
Agusta Raffo
2020-05-20T18:42:21+0000
We had a blast! Our guide, Chris, was awesome. I highly recommend. We’ll be back again for sure.
Clare Garner
2020-05-15T22:01:26+0000
Went clear kayaking on Rock Springs in Kelly Park. Penny was awesome for the afternoon paddle, along with adopted dog... ZoZoread more
Mariceliz Rivera Malave
2020-05-11T22:15:18+0000
5 STARSMy husband and I went for the first time on Mother’s Day and had a blast!! Trevor was our guide and he was... amazing he gave us information about the park, animals and just everything around us. He answered all of our questions and was very polite and respectful & he even took pictures of us without us asking to and sent us them!! My husband and I are definitely going back if not to KP Hole park (Blue Springs) we will be visiting another park but definitely going to do clear kayaking with them again!!LOVED IT ❤️read more
McKenna Woodward
2020-03-27T15:21:11+0000
We kayaked Rock Springs with Penny and had the absolute best time. This was the highlight of our Orlando trip, better... than any of the theme parks we visited. Got to see turtles and alligators, and there were several spots to jump out and swim, swing, and take pictures. Penny was very knowledgable so we got to learn a lot too about the spring and the native wildlife.read more
Stephanie Duzan Murphy
2020-03-20T21:32:45+0000
We went on the Glow excursion and had so much fun! Don was an amazing guide and our 7 teenage “city” boys had a blast!... Thanks Don for being a great guide and showing them a great time! The mangroves were such an experience at night! Will definitely do it again but next time during the day!read more
Erin Redline
2020-03-19T03:33:37+0000
I had the extreme pleasure having this beautiful experience today. Alex, our tour guide was so kind, considerate,... knowledgeable, and fun!!!! Highly highly recommend!!!read more
Jessica Marie
2020-03-19T02:14:11+0000
Amazing experience! Brooke was our guide and she made sure to show us the best spots and tell us all about the local... wildlife ! Really enjoyed this adventure and very happy to have Brooke as our guide . I recommend this to anyone looking for a unique experience with the clear Kayaks 👍🏻👍🏻read more
Shelly Leotti
2020-03-15T21:22:56+0000
Trevor was our guide and he was fantastic! We will be back! I highly recommend this trip. it was the highlight of our... vacation ♥️read more
Magaly Sanchez
2020-03-13T15:43:29+0000
We had a great time! Our tour guide, Don, was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable about the area and even suggested a... few places for us to visit. The water was perfect and kayaking through the mangroves was absolutely beautiful! We even saw some dolphins! I would highly recommend Get Up And Go Kayaking. Thanks Don!!!read more
Julie Nickrand
2020-03-09T02:17:18+0000
Great trip with our guide, Chase today. We got up close with the manatees and loved the birding...especially the... osprey. Great way to spend a Sunday!read more
Karen Curry Kordakis
2020-03-02T03:52:19+0000
We had Chase as our tour guide who was friendly and knowledgeable and shared so much information in an engaging manner.... She was able to help us engage with a group of manatees up close and personal while educating us about conservation and protection of these gentle giants. I will relive this adventure over and over.read more
Martin Leblanc
2020-02-29T22:52:36+0000
Super nice ride on a smooth river in exotic nature (for a canadian). Penny is a super guide!
Laura Jean Hoff
2020-02-28T21:05:46+0000
Justin was a wonderful guide and we had a great time. Beautiful waters and birds!!! Thank you!
Megan Farr
2020-02-27T18:07:13+0000
amazing time with Brooke today. she was so patient with is as it was my first time kayaking and I struggled. had an... amazing relaxing time and she was really knowledgeable about the wildlife. 🙂 thank you for the amazing time.read more
Lucinda Daniella
2020-02-23T14:25:37+0000
Great experience and a truly wonderful way to experience the springs of central Florida. Our tour guide Austin was... extremely knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Thanks guys for the amazing morning run. 5🌟read more
Rhonda Flake Koch
2020-02-12T09:54:51+0000
We had a great day with Tyler and Kayla. The boats are wide and stable so even if you are a beginner you would be fine.... We saw lots of manatee. We got just a little wet but not terrible and it was a little windy. So that was good. It kept us cool but didn’t cause us to get soaked.read more
Donia Feliciano
2020-01-31T22:35:16+0000
They are awesome! Chase was the best tour guide full of knowledge and experience. We highly recommended doing a tour,... you would not be disappointed.read more
Angie Lampp
2020-01-29T21:31:12+0000
We went on the Crystal River tour and had the best time. We saw so many manatee. It was so much fun. We will definitely... do it again. You won’t be disappointed!!read more
Regina Joslin
2020-01-27T15:01:57+0000
We went to shell key and had a blast, our guide Christian was amazing! My little sister got wet and was so cold and he... gave her his dry jacket! Thank you Christian!read more
Maria Valentina Angarita Sergent
2020-01-26T20:42:18+0000
The most pleasant and relaxed kayak ride of the area. Quiet and tranquil waters, the presence of the wildlife and the... magnificent guidance of Trevor, nothing more for a Sunday morning. Will come again and again. Thanks!read more
Lori Fallon
2020-01-22T15:23:34+0000
I did the Tarpon Springs manatee tour on 1/18/20 and it was FANTASTIC. There were about 10 manatees that we could see.... Got some great videos and pics!!! Awesome memoriesread more
David Strong
2020-01-17T14:17:06+0000
Had wonderful trip out to Shell Key. Learned all about the importance and development of mangroves, padded through a... mangrove tunnel, saw birds we'd never seen before, found sea shells and sand dollars we hadn't seen on Anna Maria Island, and not only watched the mullets jumping, but heard a good explanation of why they do that. Thanks, Chase, our highly knowledgeable tour guide!read more
Roger Christianson
2020-01-07T14:56:38+0000
Fantastic kayak adventure with Benn and the manatees in Crystal River. All in our party enjoyed the tour!
Winifred Strega Sanderson
2019-12-31T01:05:04+0000
We went in Ft Pierce. Loved loved loved our guide! Saved a Bee and ALMOST seen a horseshoe crab! Great time! Nice and... quiet area to decompress.read more
Judi Miller
2019-12-08T17:02:12+0000
The trip was absolutely AMAZING! We were surrounded by incredibly beautiful sights I had never seen before after... living in Ft. Pierce for more than 40 years. Our guides, Adam and Thomas, were terrific! They knew so much about the area and our surrounding environment. Both of them made the trip such fun. Can’t wait to bring my grandkids along another time! Thanks SO much for a beautiful start to the day.read more
Erica Ramos
2019-12-05T22:17:45+0000
Me and my husband had a blast! We loved our sunset kayak ride. Our tour guide was awesome and knew her stuff! Would... definitely recommend!read more
KB Krueger
2019-12-05T22:14:54+0000
Tyler was awesome!!!! We had a fantastic trip! Highly recommend them!!!
Amannda Beaumier
2019-11-28T13:20:07+0000
Had an awesome tour yesterday! My tour guide was laid back, very friendly, and informative.. Watching the manatees... swim under the kayak was so cool! I would recommend get up an go kayaking to anyone!!read more
Brian Raines
2019-11-20T23:09:59+0000
We had an amazing time on the Shell Key tour with Hayes as our guide. We visited the beach, experienced leaping mullet,... for up close and personal with a shark, and even got to paddle with and pet a cormorant (yes, Disney princess style bird encounter). Hayes timed our trip perfectly to have us heading out of the mangrove tunnels just in time for a stunning sunset. I would highly recommend the Shell Key kayak tour and particularly with Hayes as your guide!read more
Stephanie Baxter
2019-11-11T00:02:27+0000
An ABSOLUTELY amazing experience! We had brought our two five year olds and they did wonderfully! We enjoyed every... second of the tour! Amber was an amazing tour guide; so kind and informative! A MUST do! 🏝🐠☀️read more
Gaelynn Moseley Thurman
2019-10-31T22:16:42+0000
Tyler, Crystal River, was so delightful, and wrangled a mom and daughter combo like a pro. Although not manatee time,... we saw three and one swam under us. Love love love the clear kayaks.read more
Mike Levorsen
2019-10-29T21:10:37+0000
My Wife and I and a friend went Kayaking today with Austin the tour guide he was great! We had soooo much fun!! Highly... recommended! Thank you!read more
Cynthia Hancock
2019-10-27T00:11:39+0000
It was me, mybhusband and our 4 boys we had a blast. The guide was awesome and very knowledgeable!! Made it very fun... for the boys and did such a great job we cant wait to come back!!read more
Michele Winewica
2019-10-23T03:10:49+0000
My boyfriend and I had a great time kayaking tonight. We took the glow in the dark tour in winter park! Our guide Erick... was very friendly, funny, and informative during the whole tour. We learned a lot about the area from him. I will definitely recommend him! It was so much fun and I’m so glad we went! Thanks for the cool experience!read more
Cliniece Vaught Bradshaw
2019-10-21T20:51:05+0000
Yes! We went on today and Max was amazing! I would recommend her as a guide, any day of the week!!! Love it
Michelle Elizabeth
2019-10-20T14:58:27+0000
The Rock Springs location was an easy day trip during some extra time around a conference in Orlando. The whole Wekiwa... area is really beautiful, and a clear kayak really helps you get up close and personal with the stunningly clear water here. Communication was easy and fast.read more
David Boatwright
2019-10-17T19:25:12+0000
Had an amazing trip today with Amber! She was full of so much knowledge of the area and all of the different ocean... life. She was kind, caring and went above and beyond. She was amazing and really made the trip extra special! Love her! Thank you Amber for going above and beyond for my family! ❤️read more
Mitchell Castleberry
2019-10-14T14:26:46+0000
ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND!Request Austin Armstrong. He is a wonderful guide: professional, courteous and knowledgeable. ... 👍🏻👍🏻Thanks for the great experience Austin👊🏻🤙🏻read more
Nicole Stobaugh
2019-10-06T19:38:25+0000
Todays tour in Rainbow Spring was absolutly amazing. Crystal Clear Water, nice Weather and an awesome Guide. Thank you... Alec.read more
Stella Bayley
2019-10-01T23:09:36+0000
Went on the Bioluminecence Tour and it was amazing. The clear kayaks made a huge difference. Our guide (Christine?)... took us to the perfect spots and was friendly, professional and knowledgeable.read more
Brooke Lyn
2019-09-29T15:54:58+0000
Beautifully, amazing way to spend a few hours in nature and FUN! Got my kids out of the house and off their phones and... made some memories. 💛 Cant beat the clear kayak. Guide (Austin) was super nice and knowledgeable. We'll be checking out the other tours too! Would love to be able to purchase your shirts..read more
Courtney Lynn
2019-09-28T15:51:05+0000
This experience was nothing short of amazing! You can see everything underneath you with the clear kayaks. And to top... it off our tour guide, Chase, was fantastic. Highly recommend!!read more
Jo Westwood
2019-09-27T00:08:39+0000
Just a five minute drive from our condo on Isla Del Sol so was the perfect opportunity to try a new kayaking experience... with the "see through" kayaks and enjoy a few hours chilling on the lovely calm waters in the area and see some amazing wildlife - thank you Christian our friendly and knowledgeable guide - would certainly recommend and we will be back for another adventure in April next year xxxxread more
Terri Battles
2019-09-23T13:38:03+0000
we had an experience of a lifetime last night kayaking and seeing the Bioluminescene with Christin. she was so... personable and fun. The see through kayaks are the way to go!!!read more
Myriam Meyer
2019-09-19T00:33:15+0000
It was a great experience at the three sister springs. We saw a big Manatee under the Kajak. Thank you so much for... these awasome day! Tyler was a perfectly Guide!read more
Laura Bland
2019-09-17T23:17:27+0000
I went on the rock springs tour with Austin as a tour guide and had an amazing time! Highly recommend!
Lizzy Lenk
2019-09-09T22:25:07+0000
Beautiful scenery, lots of birds, fish, Chase - our guide - THE BEST!!! - She even spotted a seahorse which she caught... to show us. Highly recommend this tour.read more
Denise Smith
2019-09-08T23:01:40+0000
I took a group of 4 people along the bioluminescent tour Titusville. It was jaw dropping experience. Our guide was... patient and very informative. I loved the glass bottom boat and the dolphins fishing nearby. I can't stop raving about the experience. Two additional families have already booked the tour. Next year it will be on my list as a voluntary office function. Thank you for the awesome experience.read more
Rebecca Lopez
2019-08-30T17:10:02+0000
Had an amazing time kayaking today!! Perfect weather, so many cool things to see, and our guide, Chase, was great!!! 👍🏽
Bryon Buzzi
2019-08-25T02:02:43+0000
Has an incredible sunset tour in Winter Park. Eric was so knowledgeable - he was the perfect guide! The scenery was... incredible, the clear kayaks were so cool (especially paddling through the lily pads!) and the tour was the perfect length. Definitely recommend for a tranquil yet engaging sunset tour!read more
Tasanee Soung
2019-08-24T04:57:23+0000
Tyler was our guide, and he was wonderful! Humorous and very easy to talk to/approach. The “tour” isn’t like what you’d... imagine; it really is very easy going and relaxing (although I will say there was only a total of 6 of us (3 couples)) and fun too. The three sisters springs wasn’t what I had imagine (the video on the site looked bigger) but it was still worth the price. I definitely would recommend if. Very clear water, so it is fresh water, but not super fresh where you can drink it (haha). 5/5.read more
Gina Piunno
2019-08-22T19:14:51+0000
Great tour today with Chase. She was really knowledgeable, fun and informative. We loved this trip! Got to see nature... right up close. Definitely recommend this!read more
Samantha Panton Harrison
2019-08-22T11:08:48+0000
Our tour guide showed us a great time. He was very knowledgeable. The Bi-Lo luminescent tour was the bomb. So... beautiful. We missed out on dolphins but manatees were near by as were thousands of mullets. Don’t miss this adventure.read more
Bonnie Hipwell
2019-08-19T22:31:55+0000
Austin was our amazing guide at Rock Springs in Apopka. His initial instructions were so helpful for new boaters and an... entertaining refresher course for those who hadn't been on the water for awhile. It was clear that this was more than a job for him. He freely shared about the springs, the river, and the wildlife as we went along. A very relaxing trip.read more
Carl Kehlenbach
2019-08-15T21:04:25+0000
We had a wonderful experience kayaking the Rock River Spring. Austin was a great tour guide. He was helpful,... informative and very patient with some of the inexperienced kayakers.read more
Kelly Murray
2019-08-10T21:28:43+0000
Christian was great! Super fun afternoon enjoying the beautiful Florida landscape!
Shelby Motyka
2019-08-07T13:22:13+0000
Best experience ever! Tyler was our tour guide and he was awesome. I went with my 6 year old son and couldn’t have... asked for a better day. We kayaked to three sister springs which are some of the most beautiful springs you’ve ever seen! On our way back we saw a mama and baby manatee together. Tyler gave us some background of crystal river and much history along the way. Thank you for a day we’ll cherish forever! 🤘🏼💙🤙🏼read more
Leticia Petfield
2019-08-05T23:28:27+0000
Jermey was a great tour guide with a lot of funny jokes and great facts! It was a great trip, would defiantly... recommend!!read more
Susan Jones
2019-08-01T16:38:37+0000
Chase was very informative on all the wildlife. She had anything you needed. Plenty of water. Included everyone in... conversation.Overall, great tour guide! Will bring more family next time.read more
Jen Jones
2019-07-29T01:35:55+0000
My family and I did the bioluminescence tour with Penny and she was fantastic! The weather was perfect and the... experience was magical. I've never experienced fish swimming past looking like shooting stars as they lit up the water. A word of advice though to others who take this tour- and I highly recommend this tour - the mosquitos are no joke. So make sure you are well protected!read more
Jeannine Plummer
2019-07-28T15:55:15+0000
Had a great time this morning on the Shell Key clear kayak tour! Chase and Amber were fun and Chase was really... knowledgeable about the vegetation and wildlife. It was the perfect length of time. We saw dolphin and manatee, and my favorite part was the mangrove tunnel. I would definitely recommend this tour and plan to visit their other locations as well.read more
Emma Dupon
2019-07-25T08:26:24+0000
Did the kelly park rock springs tour just last week and loved it! Definitely going to do another tour on our next trip... to Florida!read more
Shannon Myers Inman
2019-07-25T02:12:17+0000
This has to be one of the coolest and best experiences I’ve done in my life. We had a great tour guide Austin! We had a... beautiful sunset before and got to see many dolphin during the daylight and dark. The weather and darkness was perfect! My girls had a blast! It truly was unbelievable and we will do this again. You just have to see it in person! Words can’t describe it! Truly Amazing!! So great to see all the fish shooting across the water and the manatees so close as well! Austin let us enjoy a quiet area where the girls could make light with their hands and paddles! So great! Thank you for this experience that has put an imprint on our family’s hearts forever!!read more
Tracy V. Márquez
2019-07-23T21:59:06+0000
An adventure of a lifetime! We got to experience Bioluminescent secrets of the sea waters. Penny was an awesome tour... guide! Although our cameras could not capture the beauty of the blue glow as we hit the water, our minds captured the entire experience. Something that must be experienced in person. Pitch black, with blue highlighter type streaks of the fish swimming under us. Absolutely beautiful!read more
Kelley Pittiglio Gordon
2019-07-23T21:32:55+0000
Our group of 5 went out with Amber this morning in Jupiter. We had the best time! Amber was absolutely wonderful and... extremely knowledgeable. We are from Michigan so it was great to hear about this beautiful area from a local. All of us had a great time and would highly recommend taking this tour!read more
Betsy IVette
2019-07-17T17:49:07+0000
Took a tour with the family of Rock Springs in Kelly Park. It was an amazing experience and our tour guide Logan was... funny, energetic and new what he was doing. Would definitely do it again, highly recommend it!read more
Alyssa Delayna Lay
2019-07-08T13:29:07+0000
The bioluminescent tour experience was one of the most memorable in my life yet! The second you step into the water you... feel like you are in a fairy tale! Our tour guide, Penny, made it so much better. She was very informative and didn't make me feel bad for being a chicken in the water. She lead us to all the perfect spots to see the wildlife and taught us how to get the dolphins to come to us! I definitely see myself going to this tour again! Thank you guys so much for such an awesome experience!read more
Amber Danielecki Buzzi
2019-06-26T03:04:18+0000
The bioluminescent tour was incredible! Such an amazing natural phenomenon! Our tour guide Penny was so instructive,... kind, and helpful! Thank you for a great time!read more
Patrick Vnuk
2019-06-26T00:26:24+0000
Enjoy the breathtaking views from crystal clear kayaks, adventure calls...will you answer?
Krysten Wheeler
2019-06-25T14:12:33+0000
My sisters and I booked an adventure with Get up and Go Kayaking and loved it! This was by far the highlight of our... trip to Florida. It’s all they say it is and more! Our tour guide was kind and knowledgeable. He helped make the experience unforgettable. I highly recommend Giving this a try.read more
Jess MejNai
2019-06-23T02:51:06+0000
This was such an AMAZING experience!!! The clear kayaks were amazing tour guide was great and made sure that we got to... experience the Plankton in different locations! Our favorite part was making all the fish swim and watching the water light up as a result. It definitely is a must!!read more
Shannon Moore
2019-06-21T20:24:57+0000
Great day for kyacking, our guide Logan was great, very patient, beautiful trip.
Punitha Shankar
2019-06-18T19:48:54+0000
Thank you Get Up and Go Kayaking for the amazing experience at Rock Springs today! It was truly an unique experience... with the crystal clear kayak! Five stars to instructor, Eric for being so patient and always looking out for us! We could see how much he loved what he was doing and took the time to explain the surroundings and answer our questions! It was an awesome experience and definitely one to remember for life!read more
Bruce Roberts
2019-06-13T00:08:24+0000
Penny, our tour guide, made an amazing kayak adventure UNFORGETTABLE! She really is high energy and full of tips,... information, and has a great sense of humor! The bioluminescent plankton in the water is something to behold. The clear bottom kayaks help but Penny will make it fun and breathtaking as you follow her through the canals & backwater. I highly reccomend Get Up And Go Kayaking but you should request Penny as your guide!! You can "thumbs up" this review afterwards. LOLread more
Ashley Ballew
2019-06-12T00:31:01+0000
Had an amazing time! Penny was a great guide! She helped us have a really fun time. We got to see spectacular... bioluminescence, and she took extra time to show us an especially beautiful area. We were kayaking beginners and she was very patient with us.read more
Susan Sonntag Laubach
2019-06-06T22:38:45+0000
I am so glad I chose Get Up and Go Kayaking! Our guide, Ben was professional, friendly and very informative of the area... and I felt very comfortable and safe under his direction. My niece and I chose the Crystal Springs area where we kayaked to the Three Sister's Springs! We were not disappointed! It was incredible to see that there are protected, pristine spots in nature for us to enjoy. The area was not crowded, and at times it felt as if we had the entire river and spring to ourselves. So if you are looking for an experience in a natural environment, I highly recommend you chose Get Up and Go Kayaking. It was a plus to have the clear kayaks to enjoy the view below the boat, too. I will definitely book another trip through Get Up and Go Kayaking to explore other areas.read more
Allison Michelle
2019-05-25T03:19:28+0000
Highly recommend this! I have never been in a kayak before, and was worried I would struggle, but our guide Logan gave... me some awesome tips! The clear boats and the clear water were an amazing experience. Beautiful scenery, amazing experience!Came back a few years later to do the bioluminescence tour. So incredible!!! Scott and Liz were great!! A surreal experience I will never forget. This should be on everyone’s bucket list!!read more
Mike Ottinger
2019-05-19T22:16:46+0000
Great time today with family at Rock Springs! After tandum kayaking with wife, might need marriage counseling though!... Our guide, Logan, was awesome. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Crystal clear water that tasted refreshing! Highly recommend!read more
Paul Warren
2019-05-17T10:46:02+0000
Awesome time! My son and I went and exceeded our expectations. Beautiful scenery, fun, and the see thru kayak made even... more enjoyable. Our guide Amber was great and very knowledgeable.read more
Taylor True
2019-05-13T14:36:36+0000
My friend and I took a vacation in Florida and added this Kayaking trip to our schedule. Absolutely the best part of... our whole vacation! The guides were wonderful and knowledgeable, and the scenery was gorgeous! Would recommend 100%!read more
Brittany Knight
2019-05-12T21:51:54+0000
Enjoyed a fun Mother’s Day adventure! Our tour guide Penny was awesome and Rock Spring was gorgeous! Can’t wait to go... back!read more
Rebecca Wade
2019-05-10T11:45:12+0000
Excellent day, excellent wildlife and excellent guides who obviously love their jobs. Highly recommend if your in to... nature and want a paddle adventure.read more
Marisa Vaught
2019-04-26T21:22:28+0000
I had a wonderful experience! Our tour guide Amber was very knowledgeable about the environment and answered all the... questions we asked. She’s very polite and well represented! She also mentioned many interesting facts about our surroundings, the sea life, the plants that grow on the shoreline etc. 10/10 would recommend!! A bonus about this tour is the clear kayaks!read more
Hope Effland
2019-04-26T20:42:28+0000
This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had kayaking. The tour guide Amber was fabulous and had lots of... information about out tour. You can see all the sea life right from the bottom of you boat. Would highly recommend to anyone!!!read more
Amber Effland Bellas
2019-04-26T20:30:18+0000
What an experience! The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly and a joy to be with! We saw lots of wildlife and I... would defiantly book a tour again!read more
Carolina C. Bucio
2019-04-24T22:19:56+0000
The whole experience was awesome! Our tour guide (Tyler) was very knowledgeable with the surrounding wild life and he... was very accommodating with any request we had. We strongly recommend taking this tour, I know I will be back for sure!read more
Dóra Virágh
2019-04-24T01:24:56+0000
Amazing program, we just recommend these guys!!! We were in time, our captain, Austin was really great and funny. That... part of Florida is so GORGEOUS! 😍😍😍 and with these kayaks...read more
Lisa Ann
2019-04-23T20:15:14+0000
What an awesome experience. Eric and Austin were fabulous guides and Rock Springs is beautiful-especially on the float... back down the river - don’t rush, just let the current take you 💕 thanks again guys !!!read more
Rachel Neilson
2019-04-14T04:18:05+0000
Great experience at Rock Springs run with Logan, our tour guide. He was patient, kind and very knowledgeable!
Sharon Carpenter-Rose
2019-03-20T21:12:07+0000
Great kayak instruction for first-time kayakers, great tour guide Tyler had lots of interesting anecdotes. Great fun!
Melinda Williams Mommaerts
2019-03-11T01:56:59+0000
My daughter and I toured with Ben to see the Manatee. Ben was amazing! We had an amazing time! I will definately check... some of the other tours when I am in Florida again!read more
Carrie Bistline Wilson
2019-03-08T05:13:43+0000
It doesn’t get much better than two and a half hours of kayaking with a clear-bottom boat on warm, pristine spring... water. But add to that Austin, our tour guide who was chock full of knowledge (birds, plants, springs, local history, you name it), great conversation, wit, and dad jokes, and you’ve got a recipe for the best experience of your entire vacation.read more
Anne Joseph
2019-03-08T04:27:05+0000
We had a great time! We saw deer, turtles, and a tiny baby alligator
Kateryna Solovei
2019-02-03T23:49:19+0000
We enjoyed our trip on Crystal River! Even with cloudy weather, when the water wasn't clear and we had a bad... visibility, our guide Tyler made this trip awesome! He is very experienced, smart and friendly. But I'm pretty sure, that other guides are also very good!We saw some manatees and wild birds. Overall, it was awesome! So, get up and go kayaking!!))read more
Kaci Allen
2019-01-19T14:30:54+0000
I had an AMAZING time on my tour of Rock Springs. The water was beautiful and unbelievably clear. My tour guide Austin... was incredible in his knowledge of the wildlife & fauna as well as just being a great person. Can't wait to come back!read more
Michael Davis
2019-01-18T16:38:48+0000
Paddling in this crystal clear water is a real joy. The water changes colors as you go upstream making it all the more... beautiful. Out Guide, Austin, was knowledgeable and very helpful, and he spotted a lot of wildlife that we missed. Paddling is a crossover of kayaking and canoeing; took a bit to get used to but worked out fine. It was a bit cold for Florida - low '70's - so we didn't see any alligators. Maybe next time. Great experience.https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g29171-d12278155-r646797155-Get_Up_And_Go_Kayaking-Apopka_Florida.html#read more
Tj Worcester
2018-12-31T16:53:27+0000
Had a great trip with our guide Austin at Rock Springs Run! Highly recommened and will be back soon!
KM Kirstie
2018-12-29T10:29:07+0000
such a great experience, the water was incredibly clear! our tour guide Austin was amazing and made us feel confident... in the kayak. We seen turtles an alligator and a snake who did not bother us at all! We will 100% be back!read more
Agnese Mamaja
2018-12-24T22:17:10+0000
It's excellent experience. We saw one aligator, a lot of turtles and birds. Thanks for such chance😉
Sean Knighton
2018-11-26T02:34:12+0000
We went on the Crystal River trip today and it was AMAZING!!! Lucas our tour guide was excellent and the trip felt... really laid back. We saw loads of Manatees and lots of local wildlife. Couldn’t recommend this enough, if your looking for a really good trip with an awesome tour guide make sure you book this!! 😁👌(Photo of one of the many Manatees we saw) Thanks again Lucas, wicked experience!read more
Angelique Marie
2018-11-13T02:00:55+0000
Had an amazing time kayaking around Crystal River. We saw quite a few manatees and had a perfect morning on the water.
Carlos Unzueta
2018-11-12T22:56:14+0000
Great tour at Rock Spring run with our guide Tiki. Whole family had a great time.
Anna Guy
2018-11-06T20:57:54+0000
Clear Kayak for the Clear Water in Rock Spring....So Perfect!!!Thank you Get Up and Go! My Family and I had a blast!... You helped made this unforgettable experience happened! I knew I rebooked this twice because of our limited schedule and because of the weather! But you are all the best and your team.Everything was handled smoothly, promptly and no hassles at all! And you gave us Ali as our guide, she’s awesome, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and with very calm demeanor.We loved her!Honestly, I could not get off Rock Springs with the clear kayaks off my mind! Overwhelmingly beautiful! My husband who at first was so apprehensive about alligators and snake, was blown away also.We have been traveling for sometime now and chased lakes/ springs but this is in the top of my favorites! Maybe because, your clear kayaks and the clear water complement each other and the surrounding just amazing( trees/vines/grass/fishes/turtles/birds& etc.). Our experience was just perfect from start to finish! We are hoping we can sneak a short vacation again to Florida soon so we can try the other places you offered!read more
Joanna Heuchamps
2018-10-29T10:06:55+0000
Hello from Belgium ! Very good experience ! Very good guys !
Esther Torres
2018-10-28T02:33:20+0000
Beautiful experience. Austin was our guide and he is very good at what he does. AlwYs making sure our group had all we... needed and that our teens had a great time. Thanks Austin!!!read more
Megan Robbins
2018-10-24T22:35:28+0000
We booked the Rock Springs trip for our honeymoon. We got married October 20, 2018. The main reason choosing Florida... was just to do the clear kayaking. We have been looking forward to this for months now. Our tour guide was Tiki and she did not disappoint! She had so much knowledge about the water and the animals. She was so helpful getting us comfortable in the kayaks from start to finish. She helped us in and out a couple times along the way for breaks and let us take as much time as we needed. It was so peaceful on the way back just gliding thru the water. My husband only had to steer and I got some amazing photos. We are already planning a trip back next year to do the other trip you offer. The trip and Tiki by far exceeded our expectations. We loved every minute of it!!!read more
Cindy Whitman
2018-10-18T13:48:46+0000
We had a great time our guide Tyler was amazing !It was so cool to see ! We recommend bug spray a must and long... sleeves !It gets quite buggy out there.read more
Tristian Smith
2018-10-17T01:47:22+0000
We just did the bioluminescence trip and it was amazing. I am terrified of dark water and the staff was amazing in... answering all the questions I had prior to booking to help calm myself. The bio was incredibly bright and totally worth the mini panic attack I had.read more
Elysse Moore Morris
2018-10-13T14:30:57+0000
I had an amazing experience going on the 9:30 pm bioiluminescent kayak tour on October 12! Tyler was a great guide and... was very enthusiastic. He told us that he has never even seen the water glow so bright. We caught glowing comb jellies with a net and saw fish jumping all around us. It was a surreal experience.read more
Jacquelyn Law
2018-10-08T16:50:51+0000
I've been twice on their bioluminescent tour and both times have been amazing! Austin is an awesome guide. One of my... favorite experiences in Florida, I'd recommend it to everyone - the clear kayaks make a HUGE difference with the bioluminescent algae. It's absolutely beautiful and so fun to get to do some night time kayaking.😁read more
JB Ricardo Ruc
2018-09-17T22:31:08+0000
Hi recommend Get up and Go Kayaking. Really great guide that looked after my daughters in her kayak.One beautiful... place ticked of the bucket list, amazing crystal clear water👌🏻read more
Laura DiBenedetto
2018-09-11T13:50:34+0000
Tonight I got to experience one very cool item on my bucket list... bioluminescence. When I tell you it was pure magic,... I’m not exaggerating. The smile never left my face!! The water was alive with color and energy and in the pitch black of the night, the electric teal danced brightly with every move. 🛶🛶Bioluminescence is the light given off by living organisms - like fireflies and angler fish! This water was filled with trillions of dinoflagellates (plankton) that emit light when disturbed. There are only a handful of places in the world where you can immerse yourself in this incredible natural phenomenon, and Florida’s Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge on the East Coast is one of them, located about 1.25 hours east of Orlando. 🛫🛬I took a tour with @getupandgokayaking and got to experience kayaking in the pitch black of a hot summer night, with frequent (and gorgeous) streaks of lightning painting the sky. The bioluminescence was vibrant and was everywhere, including under the kayak and looked like the galaxy! 🌌✨✨Little fish darted around the kayaks, making the water come alive with light. A manatee announced his presence with a tremendous splash. Dolphins lazily played nearby and were showing off their grace. Jellyfish were electrified when caught in the little nets we had. And the best part was watching the front of the kayak plow through the water the whole time, scattering bright, big color in a wide V around us. That’s this first photo. And it doesn’t do it justice AT ALL. It’s remarkably hard to photograph, and I’m shocked I even got *one.* 📷🐬🐊I got spooked by a manatee, had little fish literally jumping over my head, I saw dolphins and I had the sky open up on me and hit me with a deluge of water, making the surface glow. It was a remarkably positive experience and I’m so glad I went. ❤️🦐🐚read more
Tiffany Seifert
2018-09-09T10:52:56+0000
We had a amazing experience doing the bioluminescent kayak tour. Our guide was really friendly, helpful, and... knowledgeable. The bioluminescence was bright and magical and totally worth the trip. We also saw dolphins jumping in the water beside us. The clear kayaks made the trip even better!read more
Ryan Gallimore
2018-09-02T14:40:03+0000
It was pretty neat!!!! Beautiful scenery. Awesome tour guide. Want an adventure? This is the place 😎
Grace Caroline
2018-08-24T13:54:02+0000
Was a great experience! Super friendly guide. Only downside was water was not clear like they advertise.
Karen Haigis Buzzi
2018-08-22T02:25:12+0000
Had a great bio tour with Justin on Sunday night, Aug 19th. It was so informative, fun and beautiful. Not only was... the bioluminescent cool, we were visited by a couple of dolphins and also saw shooting stars. Because of the absence of light pollution, the night sky made us look up as much as we were looking down at the glowing water. We also learned a lot about environment and animals around us, as well as, get a glimpse of NASA’s huge assembly building! I would definitely recommend this tour to everyone!read more
Sam Kidson
2018-08-17T04:10:34+0000
We did the winter park tour this evening with Austin and it was amazing! We arrived with the weather threatening the... trip but it stayed calm and worked it's way around us. We can't recommend it enough to anyone looking for a clear kayak tour, we thoroughly enjoyed it and will hopefully be back to do it again! Austin did an awesome job and made the tour relaxed and filled with information about our surroundings. Highly recommended, thank you✌🏻read more
Donald Golden
2018-08-15T13:18:06+0000
Had a Amazing time last night on the Biolumination kayak tour. Justin our guide was very good. Definitely a Bucket List... Item to do.read more
Cynthia Viola
2018-08-14T14:36:48+0000
I cannot say enough great things about the Bioluminescent Tour! Oh my goodness, the videos just are not capable of... doing it justice. It was so incredibly beautiful and peaceful. We even had the added bonus of a friendly manatee pop up to join us! My only recommendation is to wear clothes you don't care about. We came out pretty smelly afterwards... then again I was almost bathing in the water, when you pick it up with your hands you turn all sparkly...so I was splashing it on all my clothes as well! So amazing. If you have the chance you MUST experience it.read more
Erin Eichblatt Heiden
2018-08-13T21:12:38+0000
I'd recommend this trip and this group! I realized just days before our trip was scheduled that I had botched the... reservations; they were very quick and accommodating. Thankfully! The guide was so peaceful while we were the hot mess family. We managed to hear a lot of information about the land, the animals and even the stars. The clear kayaks made seeing the bioluminescense easier especially along the edges/front but also streaming right beneath us. Beautiful!read more
Alan Monterroso Quintana
2018-08-12T03:13:58+0000
I recommend this tour to everyone will do it again when I visit Florida!
Katelyn Elizabeth Lay
2018-08-04T21:45:10+0000
The bioluminescent tour was amazing! We could see the water glow through the clear kayaks. We went on an amazing night... when the water was really bright and it was beautiful. Tyler and Austin were very knowledgeable tour guides and got excited with us when we saw the glowing water and wild life. We saw an alligator on the bank, a dolphin popped up in front of our kayak, and a manatee bumped our kayak! It was a great night and we would definitely do it againread more
Theresa Fulmer
2018-08-04T06:14:22+0000
Crossed an item off my bucket list tonight - we did the bioluminescent kayaking tour with Get Up and Go Kayaking. We... had great conditions to really see the dinoflagellates/bioluminescence but it also helped that we were in clear kayaks so we could really see the dinoflagellates/bioluminescence as we paddled. Our guides, Austin and Tyler, were knowledgeable, entertaining and professional. I would definitely recommend this company and these two guides!!read more
Jaime Schluter
2018-07-31T23:48:48+0000
This is a somewhat late review, but my husband and I did the rock springs kayaking trip during our honeymoon in June.... We had the best time!! Our guide, Hunter, was so awesome and relatable, and knew exactly what he was doing. We loved being able to experience true Florida nature up close, and it was a nice change of scenery since we were on the beach the rest of the week. We hope to come back and do it again sometime!!read more
Cheryl Stephens
2018-07-21T12:42:28+0000
This was such a great experience. So fascinating. Bring lots of natural bug repellent and book your trip as close to a... new moon as you can.read more
Alexia Garrett
2018-07-18T18:55:47+0000
My husband and I did the bioluminescent tour last Friday and we can't stop talking about it! We kayaked next to... dolphins while being surrounded by bioluminescence and the night sky over the Wildlife Refuge. Our tour guide, Alex, was knowledgeable, passionate about the area, and so much fun. I'm already planning my next trip! Thank you all so much for these memories!read more
Robin Bukunus
2018-07-17T20:20:11+0000
Austin was a Fantastic Guide. This was our 2nd tour with Get Up and Go and we just loved the experience. Everything was... clearly spelled out on what to bring, wear, and directions were very accurate. The clear Kayaks made the experience even more intense and fantastic. We will definitely be booking again with this group and also try some of their other day tours. Thank you Justin and Austin!!!read more
Holly Jacks McKnight
2018-07-17T00:35:26+0000
Such a beautiful spring. Austin was such an awesome guide. We loved our adventure!! I would definitely recommend this... trip!read more
Cheryl A Cash
2018-07-14T14:00:02+0000
Loved our tour with Getup and Go Kayaking! The Experience is a must do and the clear kayaks made it awesome! I would... highly recommend this company. While there I saw another company bring their group back to the wrong launch area where they then had to walk down the dirt road back to their vehicles. Also noticed that the other companies had much larger groups, so glad we went with Get Up and Go they definitely seem to be the best. Also our tour guide (Alex, I believe it was) was very knowledgeable and professional while still being fun.read more
Klaus B. Andersen
2018-07-12T15:44:47+0000
We went on a familytrip in the afternoon, with Hunter as our guide.The trip is amazing. Scenery is magnificent, and we... really enjoyed the time to swim and have fun. Our kids - age 12 and 15 - also enjoyed the trip. Hunter was a great guide, and we had a great day.Go Kayak!!read more
Shoua Thao
2018-07-07T11:13:35+0000
Did a bioluminesnce midnight kayaking tour. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! words can not express the beauty of might nature. Our... tour guide k'eandre, i mean Alex �, was very informative and passionate about the phenomenon and the surrounding area. If you ever get the chance I highly recommend it.read more
Lisa Goddu Dinard
2018-07-07T03:02:16+0000
This was so fun and an amazing trip down the river to the springs. Our guide was Hunter and he was so helpful and... patient. We had a great time. So worth the money. Thanks for.an awesome time! 😊read more
Luz Hinojosa
2018-07-04T07:47:09+0000
Definitely reccomend this to anyone looking for adventure while visiting Florida. My husband and I went on the... Bioluminescent tour and it was awesome!Our guide was very nice and attentive. It took us 3 hours to get to where we had to launch from but the drive was totally worth it and the price is unbeatable!read more
Tammy McHale
2018-06-26T11:08:19+0000
We had a great time on our trip. Austin was a great guide and very helpful. Would love to come back and do it again.... Highly recommend!read more
Melvin Adame
2018-06-24T00:29:55+0000
Austin did an amazing job taking us around and teaching us how to kayak since it was our very first time. The weather... was perfect despite the possible rain/thunder that did not happen. Great workout on your shoulders so expect that. Very beautiful sceneries throughtout the tour. We went on this tour on June 23, 2018 at 1pm.read more
Karissa Martinez
2018-06-22T20:10:38+0000
Went on the Bioluminescent Tour. It was amazing and so beautiful to see all the bioluminescence. Alex was a great... guide. Definitely will be back with friends.read more
Llyndze Elizabeth Holderfield
2018-06-21T00:49:56+0000
We throughly enjoyed our kayaking trip today! Hunter was a great tour guide. When we are back in the area, we’ll do it... again.read more
Stacey Long Lonie
2018-06-19T03:48:28+0000
Totally cool experience and I would do it again! Alex was a great guide, very informative and patient. If you are... considering other tours, don’t. Look no further, book now you won’t regret it.read more
Keisha Rowe
2018-06-18T13:00:02+0000
We had a great time with Alex! The adventure was just our speed (never kayaked before) and we learned a lot about the... eco-culture as well. We were happy to have chosen Get up and Go as other kayak tours (much louder and faster) came wizzing by. Thank you for the perfect evening adventure.read more
Tracey Harding
2018-06-17T01:51:38+0000
Our group of 10, of mixed ages, had a great morning at Rock Springs with Austin S. as our guide. What a really lovely... person he is, so friendly and patient. It was lovely and peaceful on the waterways after doing theme parks, we even saw a deer at the waters edge.Thank you Austin for showing us the real Florida �read more
Nicola McLeod
2018-06-14T20:48:15+0000
Great fun!!! Austin was a super tour guide! The springs were beautiful... would highly recommend a visit! 🙂
Gabby York
2018-06-11T21:04:10+0000
Our first kayaking trip & our guide Austin was great! The clear kayaks were awesome & the view was beautiful. We loved... everything about it! Would do it again💗read more
Elia Martin
2018-06-11T17:40:14+0000
We had a great time! The tour guide was very knowledgable. He gave a lot of information. Super cool experience and we... will definitely do it again. Highy recommend it!!read more
Alëx Zhāng
2018-06-11T13:52:52+0000
I spent my birthday kayaking in this beautiful spring. It's so wonderful to get out of the city to embrace the nature.... The whole trip was about 2.5hours to 3 hours. Our guide Austin definitely make it more memorable, he is funny and and easy going. the water was crystal clear just like in the video, not a lot of animal encounter but the creek itself is beautiful.read more
Colin MacLeod
2018-06-06T17:58:35+0000
Had an awesome time here. Did the kayaking. First rate customer service and experience. Highly recommended.
Yasmine Beelich
2018-06-05T23:58:20+0000
We did a tour with you today. It was fabulous. We can definitely recommend you. The water was so clear and fresh. We... had enough time to look at everything and did not have to hurry. Even as a beginner you get along very well. We saw turtles and smaller fish. Austin did that very well.Thanks Austin for the great Tour. Yasmine & Patrick from Germany.read more
Paola Sahulka
2018-06-02T12:31:22+0000
Due to storms we got cancelled and rescheduling our kayak trip was so easy.. truly appreciated it as We are only her... for 1 week, been my first kayak trip.. I couldn’t be more pleased, the instructor was friendly, knowledgeable and always came back asking if I was doing ok.. �, we saw many animals and the route was gorgeous ..my daughters and husband loved it...read more
Salen Dee
2018-05-31T22:09:17+0000
Hunter Adkins was a great adventure lead. It was raining all week and the time slot we had for this trip was literally... perfect! Nice and sunny and we got a good arm workout too! This was actually my first time kayaking and i have to admit, we did pretty good! I recommend Bug spray and water shoes!read more
Alyssa Andrews
2018-05-30T23:54:23+0000
We had the Austin that has been there the longest, and we thought he did a great job. It was so much fun and had a... great group of people! Must do! My husband caught a little turtle when we were out!read more
Laurie Patrick Nagy
2018-05-30T22:09:51+0000
We had an awesome time at Get Up and Go Kayaking. Our tour guide Austin was great! We saw turtles, fish, the big... white florida birds, and even a deer...really close up, too! The trip was the perfect amount of time. We will definitely go back next time we visit the area.read more
Cody Mclain
2018-05-30T14:02:27+0000
Went on a kayaking tour yesterday in rock springs, had Austin as our guide. He gave us all sorts of neat tidbits of... info of the area. Also gave us pointers on how to make it easier. We stopped along the way and Austin took pictures for us on our phone which was greatly appreciated. I would recommend it to anyone who’s interestedread more
Kiel Campo
2018-05-11T17:53:00+0000
Austin was so dope! I never went Kayaking before but my wife has many times. The photos are exactly what you see online... and Austin made sure we had breaks and even told us some facts and history of the area. 5/5 would totally Kayak again!read more
Amanda Clark
2018-05-09T04:48:07+0000
This place is BEAUTIFUL! Austin is great, it was a really nice time. I’m just going to note that this is a very busy... waterway. The day we kayaked there were people everywhere all struggling to avoid running into each other. Perhaps it’s less busy in the winter? We went in April. There were certain stretches that were free of people, those made the trip worthwhile.read more
Janet Ashworth
2018-05-04T17:20:17+0000
Had a fantastic morning with Victoria Dewsnap and Austin as our tour guide. Laughed so much it hurt. Our kayak was half... full with water on our return but we managed to stay afloat. Would recommend to anyone coming to Florida.read more
Ashley Barbieri
2018-05-02T18:45:40+0000
Loved our tour today at kings landing ! With Austin. He made sure we got to see the wildlife and found us a baby gator... ! ❤️read more
Tyler Skittles Olsen
2018-04-27T23:49:30+0000
It was such a great time!!! Austin was awesome and made the atmosphere fun and welcoming. The people at rocks springs... were also welcoming and inviting. Austin was so knowledgeable about the waters and shared information about the different parts. The scenery was breath taking and amazing to take it!!! I was encouraging everyone to add this to their trip!!!!!!read more
Taylor Olson
2018-04-27T23:31:23+0000
This was an amazing experience! Our guide Austin S was phenomenal. He made this kayak experience great! Even though my... partners and I may have had some issues aka getting stuck on tree branches or running into a tree hahah 😂 he would come back and help us and we never felt like we were being burdens on the group. We learned a lot about the environment and the gorgeous rock springs! This was only my second time kayaking in my life and now I can’t wait to come back and do it again!read more
Uyen Phuong BN
2018-04-20T01:54:09+0000
My cousins and I went to the Rock Springs 8:30 tour on April 17. Austin was an awesome, patient and helpful guide. The... weather was sort of chilly in such early morning, but the water was warmer than the air, which was a good thing. I really enjoyed our company- a group of friendly tourists from England. It was very nice that Austin let us take some breaks along the way as we were paddling against the current. Crystal clear water and the clear kayaks scored! It was so cool that you could see the bottom of the water and plenty of fishes swimming underneath. I would highly recommend this tour to small groups seeking new, fun and personal activities.read more
Kate Lortz
2018-04-19T18:34:59+0000
I’m honestly speechless. This might be the most amazing kayaking trip I’ve ever been on. The blue water was gorgeous.... The kayaks are so cool and the guide was so fun! Zo Zo the dog was an added bonus!read more
Courtney Edwards
2018-04-10T13:57:31+0000
Literally can't say enough good things about Rock Springs/tour in general. I knew that it would be amazing, but it was... beyond anything I could have imagined. The pictures definitely don't do this place justice. This was the perfect way to celebrate our anniversary and we definitely can't wait to go back AND see the other locations. Thanks for an amazing time!!read more
Amy Marie
2018-04-03T20:59:21+0000
We had a great time on the tour and our guide, Hunter, was awesome!!! He took good care of his guests. Weather was... great and the scenery was beautiful! Highly recommend this activity!read more
Jesseira Cortés
2018-04-02T04:09:47+0000
A must do!!! I love it, Austin was grate with us and very patient with us. I will be back soon!! 💗
Kayla Dawn
2018-03-28T15:34:41+0000
Perfect tour! I had only been kayaking once before, but didn't have many problems navigating the route with my friend.... Hunter was a great guide and Zozo was so adorable. It was a gorgeous day, we spent plenty of time at the sandbar enjoying the water. Hunter took multiple pictures for us and helped out some of the group when they were struggling. The kayaks were perfect and so cool to use especially when we went back downstream. We didn't feel rushed whatsoever, a perfectly relaxing day. Will definitely be bringing more friends back!read more
Monique Marie
2018-03-28T10:36:34+0000
I cannot rave more about how wonderful of an experience I had. Firstly I think I need to frame the situation. My... girlfriend and I have been planing this Florida trip for months; unbeknownst to her, I was planning to give her an engagement ring. I had it all planned, I was going to do it on an adventure kayaking tour with Get up and go. But of course I waited till it was about 2weeks from our trip and I reached out with a message to see if I could coordinate with the team to make it happen. Justin the owner, responded almost immediately to my email, and told me THEY WERE BOOKED SOLID for the day I had in mind (our 4year dating anniversary) *cue the heartbreak*. So I put together a back up plan and decided we would go on a hot air ballon instead. (Not my first plan because we are a go couple and this felt a little cheesy, but hey had to be something better than Olive Garden lol).. 24 hrs ahead of time, the hot air balloon company calls and tells me the flight is a no-go due to anticipated weather conditions. *cue the heartbreak again!* this is when I circle back around and pray for a miracle. I reached out to Justin again, only to find there had been a cancellation and a tour was available for my day! Justin was able to help not only arrange a private tour group for myself and my “fiancée”! Penny, our guide was amazing, she took photos of us all along our trip, planned the perfect stopping point along our tour and had the code word ready(“this spot was the bees-knees” get it!? ). Whelp in perfect shape for my luck for this day, my bloodsugar starts to crash about halfway into the paddle. Penny being an amazing guide acts on the fly and sets us up with a turn around that is sooner (you know so I don’t die without getting to propose). At this point all plans are off and this is going to happen one way or the other! I finally get my knee on the ground, of course she says yes, and I can finally share the story of my planning nightmare with my best friend, now fiancé. We all got a good laugh and we were able to make it back to base safe and sound.Sorry for the long winded story, but I had to share; the team really made this experience so personal, and it turned out to be such a beautiful event, one spontaneous moment to the next. Thank you Get Up and Go Kayaking!read more
Jennifer Babian
2018-03-28T02:52:52+0000
Definitely doing this against. Just got back from doing this and the weather was just perfect, water was crystal clear,... and enjoying the group who I went with. Got to meet with a blogger who traveled all the way from Europe who went on the tour. Our tour guide was super friendly, laidback and very helpful. I don't remember his name, but he made our experience even better. I liked the location a lot and was able to see few wildlife along the way that was a real treat! The kayaks where crystal clear in the water and you were able to see fish as you went down the river. For someone who is a beginner at kayaking it was a lot of fun and we got to take a few breaks along the way which was very helpful.read more
Melissa Saunders Jackson
2018-03-26T17:45:11+0000
We loved this adventure! I was worried it would be cold going first thing in the morning, but it was perfect. Our guide... was great and super helpful (especially cause he let my 6 year old ride with him).read more
Charity Nagtegaal
2018-03-21T01:22:57+0000
We had an amazing time, the water was lovely @ rock springs will definately book again when I'm in the area.
Valerio Pini
2018-03-19T20:55:38+0000
Esperienza sicuramente da provare se si è in zona.Anche se il cielo era coperto ed a tratti piovoso l'acqua è comunque... limpida e ti consente di vedere il fondale senza problemi.read more
Julie Riley-Haina
2018-03-18T05:34:53+0000
What a fantastic end to our vacation! Booked a Rock Springs kayak tour for the final day of our family vacation & we... all had a blast! My daughters paddled together & didn’t kill each other, LOL. The scenery was beautiful...challenging at times due to fallen vegetation from the hurricane. Austin was a wonderful guide! He was funny, friendly & engaging with our entire group. It was so nice to spend this time together, kayaking as a family, and we will definitely be back to do the bioluminescent tour!!! Thank you!read more
Sarah Limoges
2018-03-16T16:11:57+0000
This was absolutely the best part of our vacation! The river was beautiful, our tour guide was SOO nice, and the... experience was overall something I will never forget. Definitely something everyone should do when on vacation in florida!!read more
Jeanne Catalano
2018-03-13T10:37:12+0000
I had a great experience 3 weeks ago. On time funny, great hands on experience and we got to see turtles.
Agus Colussi
2018-02-26T21:33:42+0000
We did the rock spring tour today and it was amazing. Austin was so kind and we had a great time. We’ll come back... someday!read more
Lindsay Bunn Rogers
2018-02-26T18:33:35+0000
Perfect tour, perfect guide (Austin), perfect time!!! If you are in Florida, love natural beauty and want to get away... from the crowds, THIS IS THE TOUR FOR YOU! The location is breathtaking, the water is the perfect temp all year round and the guides are GREAT! Thank you @Get Up And Go for the perfect family outing. We loved our pictures and can't wait to return next year!!!!read more
Kristen Semrow
2018-02-24T01:49:38+0000
Had a wonderful time today on the river. The guide was awesome and we all just loved the experience�
Kasey Kay Straw
2018-02-22T03:10:45+0000
This was so so so much fun! My friend and I visiting from Minnesota trying to get away from single digit weather. We... had Austin and he was so much fun. Easy going and comfortable. The group we were with were just as fun. Either way something I would completely recommend and hope to do again in the future!read more
Sakib Hussain
2018-02-18T23:34:44+0000
Absolutely brilliant place. We went for the Rock Spring. The Guide was really helpful as this was first time kayaking... experience. Highly recommended.read more
Jacqueline Seymour
2018-02-16T22:46:58+0000
Absolutely loved it! My kids and my husband and I really enjoyed the serenity of the nature and our guide was so nice.... My kids had a blast on the rope swing too! 5 stars all the way.read more
Tibor Istvan Dusnoki
2018-02-16T12:41:14+0000
Went on a tour with my wife last week and enjoyed it A LOT!
Carina Farkas
2018-02-16T01:09:22+0000
This is one of the greatest things to do in the Orlando Area. Justin and Austin were both so nice and helpful! They... took the time to answer questions, take pictures during the tour and to stop wherever we liked. We'll definitely be back!read more
Eva Cohnen-Brown
2018-02-14T03:37:43+0000
What a wonderful chance to experience the natural beauty of Florida! We even saw some wild turkeys nearby 🦃 Justin is... a great guide, and very sweet pup (“ZoZo”) accompanied us everywhere. Thank you!read more
Stephanie Willcox
2018-02-13T01:33:16+0000
This was so much fun, I really anticipated coming down from IL and had a really hard time not booking the second tour... after Winter Park tonight we will have to come back to try Rock springs!! The tour guide was so friendly and relaxed —> totally add the picture package!!! Loved our adventure!! ❤️read more
Alyssa Ruiz-Mason
2018-02-10T23:27:42+0000
Very fun activity even for beginner's! Perfect time of the year to go.
Linda Kiefer
2018-02-08T23:03:35+0000
Just did Rock Spring with Hunter and had a wonderful time. Weather perfect not to hot. No gator sightings but we held... a good size turtle. Since I was in Hunter's kayak and he was willing to do most of the paddling, I was able to just enjoy the scenery and take lots of pictures. Would definitely go back!!read more
Marie Lynn McCullouch
2018-02-05T22:26:00+0000
What an amazing adventure!We had a fantastic time.Amazing opportunity to see the wildlife.Otters, fish, turtles, and... several alligators.For the money...this is a great buy!Austin, our guide was friendly and fun!Thank you for the most wonderful experienceread more
Shannon Lee Norris
2018-02-02T02:31:18+0000
I found out about Get Up and Go one night around 3am when I couldn’t sleep and was aimlessly scrolling through... Facebook. My friends and I had a trip booked for Florida for about 2 months out at the time so I sent the video to them and they were all on board. We drove 2 hours from where we were staying to go on the tour and it was SO WORTH IT. I am a somewhat experienced kayaker, however my friends are not. Austin, our tour guide, was wonderful and patient with us. He took my one friend in his kayak (there were three of us- two person kayaks) and showed her the ins and outs of kayaking. She still hasn’t stopped talking about how much she learned that day from him. My other friend and I goofed off a lot and we ended up flipping our kayak, but the water was so warm we didn’t even care! I felt so bad because Austin had to climb into the water in his joggers to flip the boat back over but he was totally cool and calm about it and told us not to worry. The sights and the water were amazing, weather was great and we got so many laughs and great photos out of the day. It was the highlight of our vacation and we’ll never forget it. Thanks so much to Austin and Get Up and Go Kayaking for such a wonderful experience!!! We’ll be back!!!read more
Chelsea Gauthier
2018-01-31T16:06:24+0000
What a great experience! This is something everyone should do if they are in the area. Great tour guide that allowed... space for you to feel like your on your own but will follow along your side you if you need additional help. You won’t find beauty like this in many other places in the world!read more
Tate Lydia
2018-01-29T14:23:41+0000
The kayaks are awesome, the guide was great, the weather & natural landscape were amazing! Thank you for putting this... cool event together, I highly recommend this to anyone who loves nature, is adventurous and wants to try something new!read more
Katie Lynn
2018-01-26T04:56:26+0000
Such an amazing day!!!! Def recommend this to everyone! I’ll be back� Thank you!!!
Nikki Steelman
2018-01-24T21:21:11+0000
Lots of fun, great guide!! Beautiful area, great kayaking dog 😀
Karen Richards
2018-01-23T17:19:30+0000
We have kayaked before but never in tandem clear kayaks - Fun!!! Austin was relaxed and very accommodating as our... guide with instruction when needed to make for a smooth trip. We enjoyed the 10am paddle and mostly had the river to ourselves. Justin worked out our reservation with prompt responses to questions emailed via the contact link. As the name of the company suggests...get up and go kayaking is a must do when in central Florida! Thanks for a great time!read more
Natalie Marie Grilli
2018-01-22T14:53:28+0000
What a beautiful day to be on the water with an amazing group and a fantastic tour guide! Penny was lots of fun and... very knowledgeable about the area and helpful with great directions and tips on how to use the kayaks. This was a perfect length of a trip in such a gorgeous location! I'm so happy we found out this was an option for our long weekend adventure!read more
Alex Piccolomini
2018-01-18T15:54:26+0000
This was an awesome experience and is even worth a long drive! Our tour guide Hunter was very friendly and... knowledgeable. The clear water reflecting the trees is breathtaking, which makes the journey very peaceful and serene. The wild life makes it exciting not knowing what you may see or be able to pet. I'd recommend this adventure to anyone!read more
Caitlin Delohery
2018-01-17T01:36:40+0000
My friend and I did the Rock Springs run in December with Justin. It was an awesome day. The water was beautiful. We... saw a lot of wild life and the rope swing at the end was fun! Our tour guide was really informative and offered plenty of opportunities to slow down and enjoy the scenery. Definitely worth the trip!read more
Sienna Strazza
2018-01-07T21:56:04+0000
Absolutely loved this trip. We unfortunately had a very cold and windy day but Justin did not let that stop our trip,... he was very helpful and very knowledgeable about the surroundings and throughout the entire paddle. Thanks again for this trip, we will definitely be visiting again if we find ourselves in Orlando.read more
Row Morley
2018-01-07T05:04:01+0000
Yesterday morning’s kayak at Rock Springs was one of the best experiences. Was so much fun and the surrounding nature... and wildlife was breathtaking. I seriously recommend it too anyone who appreciates the beauty of the outdoors and enjoys some good fun!! I can’t wait to do it again when I’m back in Florida! ��read more
Misty Harmon
2018-01-02T23:15:25+0000
My husband and I did this Friday. The air was a bit chilly, so the water was warmer than the air. Once we were in the... kayak, you could feel the warmth of the water through it and you didn't even notice the chilly air. Austin let my husband where his jacket because Dan didn't bring one and Austin had a long sleeve shirt on. Austin, our guide, and he was great. Our tour was only his second. He was very patient with us and the other couple (who had some difficulties getting past some of the downed tree tops). He gave us plenty of opportunities to rest as we paddled against the current on the way out. The trip was very scenic and serene, even with the hurricane damage that the area sustained. We would definitely do it again.read more
Rob Holgate
2017-12-31T18:50:56+0000
Booked this after seeing the advert on Facebook. Took my daughter and wife and had a wonderful time. It took a while to... get the hang of it as we hadn’t kayaked a two man boat before- but were soon up to speed. There was plenty to see in the river and the guide we had Hunter was excellent in showing us all the spots. We recommend it to anyone.read more
Collin Quigley
2017-12-31T14:28:48+0000
This was a great adventure. It was exactly what I was looking for with my children. Something outside and away from the... theme parks. Justin was very personable and friendly and knew a ton about the area including plant and animal life.read more
Chris Ball
2017-12-29T01:48:21+0000
Rock Springs Tour today in Kelly Park. Justin had been so accommodating even though we ended up late due to unforeseen... circumstances, keeping in contact with us they had everything set up for our group to catch up to our tour guide Penny who had set of with another couple of people prior to our late arrival!We caught up a little way down the springs. The views were amazing and the water was warm and clear which made for an awesome trip. Fun to navigate through the downed trees due to the recent unfortunate hurricane too. All in all a great trip and a hidden gem!Both Justin (Owner) and Penny were incredibly helpful and made us feel welcome the whole time! Also thanks to the other two on our trip who were equally great as we know we held you up a little waiting for us! �100% would recommend the Rock Springs Kayak tour!read more
Michele Illes
2017-12-24T22:53:38+0000
What a great experience. After two days of Disney Crowds it was a much needed peace and tranquility. The scenery was... great and the guide was great as well. Loved the see through kayaks � Was able to see some wildlife throughout. It was a great way to end the week in Florida. If I ever get back I will definitely book again. Thanks for the fun!read more
Ken Fontal
2017-12-11T21:05:12+0000
Was an awesome experience. Had never gone kayaking before this, but it was a really sweet first time to try it. The... views were amazing and the water was beautiful. Justin was a great guide and really helped us make the most of our day trip down to Orlando.read more
Natalie Dehaney
2017-12-07T22:26:47+0000
My boyfriend and I went on the Rock Springs tour this past weekend and it was such a great experience! The clear kayaks... made the feeling of being out on the water exploring one of Florida's gems just incredible and definitely memorable. There is a lot to see on the tour, between the wildlife and nature. This tour is a must if in the area!!read more
Aleks Stev
2017-12-05T21:02:45+0000
Great day out. Penny and Justin are very patient with newbies, knowledgable in region and animals and made the trip... fun. We saw wildlife, had the opportunity to go for a dip in the crystal clear water and had more then enough photo stops. Will definitely be come back!! Thanks guys �read more
Brianna Calandra
2017-11-30T12:40:05+0000
Horrible customer service. We originally looked into changing our date due to the fact their location was 3 hours from... where we were staying and weather was not looking good for that day, they had one availability, and when we went to cancel our reservation they didn’t answer until almost a day later and charged us the FULL amount.read more
Kieran Mckevitt
2017-11-29T18:20:36+0000
Get Up and Go Kayaking was an incredible experience! Had such a good time with a small group traveling down Rock... Springs! We saw it all including some Gators and Turtles � Hunter was a great laugh and I would highly recommend! Can't wait to come back and do it again!read more
Jessica Dolores
2017-11-29T14:30:03+0000
This was an incredible opportunity to see a different side of my beautiful home state, Florida. I had the pleasure of... partnering with Hunter who made this once in a lifetime event something that I would love to do again.read more
Dawn Dickinson
2017-11-20T00:47:19+0000
Had a amazing kayak trip today down Rock Spring Run with Justin as our tour guide. The clear kayaks are... awesome!!Beautiful day, couldn't ask for anything more.Had fun on the rope swing and the water felt refreshing.Will defintely be doing it again soon!!read more
Jeff Yansak
2017-11-19T02:15:07+0000
Me, my wife, and 7yr old went today. We drove almost 4 hours just to experience this. Man was it worth it. Justin is... awesome. I can't wait to do it at night. This is a experience me and my family will never forget!!! Do not forget to do the rope swing!!read more
John Lin
2017-11-18T21:18:38+0000
The feeling of paddling in a see-through kayak is so awesome and is different.... 坐在透明小船中划舟的感覺實在太棒了，這是個非常不同的經驗。願與大家分享我的感受。On a sunny afternoon last Friday, we joined with friends for the Rock Springs run kayak trip, guided by Justin. While paddling down the stream, we could clearly see swimming fishes and turtles below the kayak, and different kinds of waterfowls on the water. It was so relaxing, we let quiet stream tenderly push us sliding under the shade of big oak trees. Occasionally those alligators resting on the shore may stare at us as if to blame us why we were there...No doubt, this is one of the must visit places in Orlando area. Needless to say, Justin, the tour guide, also the owner of the program, is a very knowledgeable and friendly person. He is a real five stars tour guide.坐在透明小船中划舟的感覺實在太棒了，這是個非常不同的經驗。在一個陽光明媚的下午，好友偕同我们參加透明小船划舟遊溪，兩人一組，由Justin領隊解說。一路上我們可以清楚地看見水中的游鱼，烏龜和不同的水鳥。兩岸景觀美麗讓人感到十分放鬆。在安静的小溪幫我們輕輕推動下，我們順著大橡樹的陰影緩緩滑過，拌著涼風徐徐，以為是活在古人柳暗花明又一村的境地。偶爾會見到在岸邊晒太陽的鱷魚突然翻翻眼瞪著我們，似乎在責怪我們這羣不速之客破壞了如此美好的畫面...不蓋你，這是奥蘭多 Rock Spring 地區必须旅遊的景點之一，請記住必須先預約。導遊Justin，也是經營這個活動的老板，是一個非常有知識和友善的年輕人。他是個如假包換的五星級導遊達人。信不信由你，他也會講幾句中文，因為他大學曾經和北京來的室友學過幾句中文呢！read more
Craig Edwards
2017-11-18T16:47:37+0000
We went on the Rock Springs trip with out of town guests. What a fantastic experience! It was absolutely gorgeous... with so many fish, turtles, and abundant vegetation. I even had fun on the rope swing a couple of times.We can't say enough about Justin, the owner and our guide. He was very knowledgeable about the local wildlife and very friendly. He made the trip that much more enjoyable.We will definitely take future guests on this trip. We also hope to try the Bioluminescent trip next year.Thanks again, Justin!read more
Becky Stevens-Sillery
2017-11-16T20:52:07+0000
We had a fantastic time. It was truly a unique experience. One that should not be missed. Justin and his tour guide... Alex, were very professional and extremely knowledgeable. This tour should be an on everybody's bucket list. �read more
Christie Lee
2017-11-13T23:28:24+0000
The tour was great! We had a blast on the water. Justin is an excellent tour guide and we will for sure be doing... another tour in the near future. Highly recommend!read more
Lee Fletcher
2017-11-09T13:48:29+0000
Did this last week,brilliant experience would highly recommend it to anybody in/around the Orlando area,well worth the... money�read more
Jeffrey Silva-Carlos
2017-11-03T03:16:43+0000
Amazing views and amazing tour guide!!! Thanks for everything Justin!
Arella Jones
2017-10-25T16:31:05+0000
An amazing experience! Justin was an awesome, knowledgeable tour guide and I highly recommend the bioluminescent trip!... So much fun �read more
Ashley Crews
2017-10-22T23:40:37+0000
We did the bioluminescent tour with Justin and it was great . It was such an amazing thing to see , he answered all... questions and gave such a great tour. We will definitely come back and do it again !read more
Sonya Geatros
2017-10-20T20:37:34+0000
We had an awesome experience with Justin on September 17th at Rock Springs! He is a wonderful, personable and... knowledgeable guide. I highly recommend his company to anyone contemplating a kayaking adventure. I look forward to being back in Florida and trying out his other tours!read more
Kristina Lewkowicz
2017-10-19T22:40:01+0000
My husband and I were honeymooning when I came across this company so we decided to try it out. Justin was super... helpful and fun! It poured while we were out but it made it an extra adventure! We plan to do again next time we're in Florida! �read more
Megan Lennard
2017-10-19T22:09:16+0000
I highly recommend Get and go kayaking!It was an amazing experience that was unique and nothing that I've seen or done... before. The Bioluminescent tour was absolutely beautiful and much enjoyed being able to see different wildlife such as the comb jellyfish, also having fun catching them. In such a clear night with no light pollution around, being able to look up and see shooting stars and the milky way shining bright; I was able to also paddle and see a galaxy of Bioluminescent below.To my very charismatic tour guide Justin! thank you for an amazing night, was a pleasure meeting you! �read more
Mohini Bhatt
2017-10-17T16:15:20+0000
This as a unique experience and gives you a chance to explore Orlando in a totally different way. I recently paddled... the winter park experience and it really was worth it. The clear kayaks make it an even more unique experience than it already is. Justin was friendly, easy to get on with and was very patient with everyone. Whether you're new to kayaking, a bit rusty or a pro you're taken care of really well. It was a lovely day out, Justin was a great guide and I would also like mention how excellent Get Up and Go are with their communication and correspondence. I would definitely recommend Get Up and Go and will certainly pay a visit next time I'm in Orlando!read more
Daniel Ragnar Drury
2017-10-12T12:42:28+0000
A lovely day out with some fantastic scenery. We would love to do it again when we return.
Victoria Knight
2017-10-11T12:42:21+0000
Even if the water wasn’t as clear as it should be due to the hurricane we still loved it. Justin was very friendly and... gave us a brilliant experience. He even gave us a chance to cancel due to the water not being clear but we are definitely glad we decided to still do it!read more
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